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As a social work student on placement or as a newly qualified social worker doing your ASYE, you may be required to write several reflective logs. This is an example of a reflective log to help you think about your own reflective writing. In this social work reflective log, I will focus on the social …
Tick Tock… tick tock… do you ever feel like life is counting down on your internal and external clock? Do you feel worried because you have not completed certain tasks or achieved certain goals in life? Do you ever feel snowed under as a social worker? Do you have too many things to deal with …
What are positive phrases? Positive phrases are affirmations or expressions that are used to motivate and encourage people. They can be used to build confidence, help someone stay focused on their goals, and remind them of their potential. Positive phrases can also be used in everyday life to express gratitude and appreciation for others, as …
In this example of a critical reflective log, I will focus on the social work PCF domain 2: Values and Ethics I will also draw on other domains such as values and ethics, rights, justice and economic well-being, critical reflection and analysis, diversity and knowledge. Task: The Assessment Process Example of Critical Reflective Log | …
Do you have a nighttime routine that works for you? Or do you struggle to find things to do when bored at night? After a hard day’s work, it is not unusual to struggle with insomnia. It is frustrating when you are finding it hard to fall asleep, waking up several times during the night …
Do you ever feel life stresses can make you anything other than constantly being “stressed” out because of the people you surround yourself with? Perhaps you should surround yourself with positive people. Who is a Positive Person? A positive person is optimistic, sees the good in life, joy in simple things, is content and understands that …
So, how can you change being held back by a lack of clarity? Something that has been vital to me on my journey of self-love has been finding out exactly what I want in my life. Many of us are influenced by what goes on around us, ‘who/what’ our families want us to become, how …
We are experiencing strange waves rippled around the world. Will you agree with me that these unusual times can affect our mental health considerably? A mental health condition can be difficult to deal with. It could have a tremendous impact on your life. “Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the …
Reading is an important part of social work education and professional development. By reading the latest research, social work articles, books, and other materials related to social work topics, you can stay up-to-date with current trends in the field while also gaining a better understanding of how to apply theories and techniques in practice. In …
Social work values form an integral part of professional identity of social workers. Social work values include respect, dignity and worth of individuals, pursuit of social justice, integrity and competence. The soul icon Aretha Franklin who sadly passed away in August 2018 at the age of 76, gave us the signature song “RESPECT” which became …