Self reflection is also knowing that I may need professional development in an area. This is needed so that I can be able to show unconditional positive regard, a non judgemental attitude and to be able to show empathy. Therefore it is important that I take time out to reflect in my performance and development. Self awareness can also be done in supervision or through peers. It helps to keep one’s mind fresh and with new ideas on how to deal with issues which I face during my sessions with a client.
When a dilemma arises, my responsibility is to support individuals or their families to make informed choices. Even if I disagree with their decision, I can only give advice but can not force them. If an individual is willing to do something that involves some risk, I have to support people to make informed choices. Totally avoiding risks would limit individual’s choices and opportunities and it can lead to dependency and depression. I have to act in the person’s best interest but instead of encouraging them to avoid risks I have to support them and enable them to taking part in activities.
After retiring from the military, I decided to pursue my education so I could open more doors for career opportunities. Being this is my first educational experience, it is my personal responsibility to adopt good study skills, maintain time management, and not procrastinate in doing my assignments. As a student, you must understand that without adopting these attributes, you will increase the risk of not succeeding in your class. In taking personal responsibility, a person needs to make mature decisions that will benefit their outcome Informal Outline: Taking Personal Responsibility Academically I. Introduction II.
I discussed with J his teacher about V’s progress and she suggested that I prepare a chart for V with | | |the phonics on to have beside him whilst reading. I did this using ICT. V sometimes struggled with white backgrounds and black text, so I |10 | |created a chart on a yellow background as I recalled V saying in a previous session that this was easier for him. |12 | |I made sure the class room was clear and that myself and V would not be interrupted during his reading session. I planned that in my role in |9 | |the session would be to praise and encourage but to mainly take a back seat once V was reading so he could feel in charge of the reading | | |session.
The author found several tips for note taking for read/write that would be beneficial such as rewriting notes into outline form or lists, rereading notes, and organizing lists into multiple choice questions for studying. (VARK a guide to learning styles, n.d.) The author enjoyed taking the VARK assessment and learning about her learning style. As the author is comfortable with her study habits at this time she does not anticipate making changes at this time. However it has made her more aware of how others process information and how
I want to be successful but I also won’t to be able to work for my success instead of some one handing it to me. I would like to be able to say not only did I do something for myself, but I helped out or made a difference in some one else’s life or maybe even a community. My potential should be used for the better, to making something greater then what it is. All it takes is one person to make a difference imagine if multiple people had the motivation to do more then for them selves. My goal in life is to make a difference and to more for the better then for the worse, because you never know what life will have in store for you.
7. Tell us about an obstacle you encountered in the workplace and describe how you overcame it. In my academic career, the most obstacles I met was that I had a special studying habit that I used to be helpful to the point that other students abused my goodwill. Now I offer to help by countering with something I'd like help on in return. On balance I believe the trade-off is more equitable, and cooperation in our team has improved over time.
Keep myself headed in the right direction for me it may not be easy at times but in those times of struggle i will find a stronger sense of who i am. So when the days come that are filled with frustrations and unexpected responsibilities , i should remember to believe in myself and what i want my life to be because the challenges and changes will only help me find the goals that i know are meant to come true for me, maybe not now but for some other
Taking the learning style assessment test was very interesting experience. I had no idea there different types of learners. I always thought that I was more of hands on learner and visual learner. After taking the assessment, I discovered that my learning style is auditory. As I reflect back, I noticed that I do read aloud to myself and I also enjoy working in groups and often participate in class discussions.
The minimum wage was far lower than the livable wage, however, welfare reform was expecting people to become independent through these unlivable minimum wages. True independence with minimum wage was never a possibility and the lives of the impoverished only became more dire. Due to the low minimum wage, Ehrenreich was forced to find a second job, even with the advantage of starting with an ample sum of money. Also, like others she met that lacked welfare support, these jobs were in terrible settings. Descriptions of these settings, including no breaks, slippery floors, abundant second-hand smoke, and more, reminds one that the factories of the Industrial Revolution have returned.