“Health is like money, we never have a true idea of its value until we lose it.” – Josh Billings This saying is so true… I took my health and the health of those around me pretty much for granted, that is, until the near and dear friend whom I had mentioned to you a […]
Stories Women Have Shared Illustrating Resilience
In just a few weeks, I will have completed a full year of graduate studies and a minimum of 600 hours at my placement (internship) towards obtaining a Masters’ degree in social work. I am so excited! One of the notable characteristics that I have observed among the low income or poor women who frequent […]
Thoughts on Mortality and Making Every Day Meaningful
Recently, a friend who is near and dear to me was just diagnosed with cancer. I am terribly sad about this and it’s made me realize that I have been taking my health and the health of all those around me for granted. I’m hoping and praying that the cancer was caught early enough so […]
Reflections about Thoughts, Feelings and the Law of Attraction
One of the interesting books that I’m reading for my practice class is Thoughts & Feelings: Taking Control of Your Moods and Your Life (Workbook) by Mathew McKay, Martha Davis and Patrick Fanning. Cognitive behavioral therapists argue that thoughts cause feelings. In other words, an event in of itself has no emotional content but rather it […]
Wish List for 2nd Year Placement
I had a meeting with my faculty advisor this week and I am feeling so relieved now. I no longer feel confused or conflicted about my field of practice (or area of focus) for next year. My advisor was most helpful in asking me questions to help me clarify what I am seeking in next […]
