Chanel’s occupational identity

Component 1 part 2

FamilyMy family is one of the biggest influences I have on my occupational identity! Without my family, I wouldn't’t be the person I am today. My parents have helped shape all my values and beliefs that I hold and continue to support me with my decisions I make on my journey through life. I dont know where I would be without all my brothers and sisters, they can be super annoying but I love them all to pieces

A friend

As well as my family, my friends are very important to me. They are always there for me no matter what, and I know I can always count on them. I can express myself and truly be me in their company.

Girlfriend

Jordan is my favourite person in the whole world. He is my best friend and really helps define who I am. I can be myself with him and no that he can make all my worries go away. He is 100% supportive of me and my decisions to study and become an occupational therapist. I would honestly be lost without this boy!

Travelling

Travelling is an occupation I have done in the past and want to continue to do in the future. There is so much to learn and to see, and I feel as if it makes you a better and stronger person stepping out of your comfort zone and taking risks- especially with your best friend!

Support worker

Working as a support worker has helped shape me as a person even more. I started working at the age of 17 and have been doing the same work as I study for 5 years. Without all the wonderful people I support I would have never found the motivation to start my journey towards becoming an occupational therapist

Netball

I have played netball since I was 5 years old and am currently still playing socially. At the moment I play between 6-8 games a week and feel a huge sense of loss if im not able to play at all during the week.

Student

Being a student is important to me, as it is my first step into becoming an occupational therapist. I have also meet some great people and have had found a sense of belonging here at the OT school.

Knitting

Knitting is a new occupation that I have learnt while studying at the OT school. I have now found that I am able to give back to the community by knitting wee singlet's and jerseys for babies and donating them to pregnancy help, which I intend to do for as long as I can

Volunteering

I have been volunteering with a young lady with a disability for 3 years and absolutely love it. She is a great person who makes me think twice about some of my values that I hold.

Occupational therapist

After 3 years at the polytech, I hope to be joining my fellow students at the graduation ceremony and be able to start the next part of my life as an occupational therapist

References

• https://www.pinterest.com/ch07/graduation/