Having a strong support system is
very important to remain sane in today’s hectic society. I don’t know what I
would do without the support of my family, friends, and supervisor. On the days
when I want to pull my hair out and scream “Calgon take me away”, I can have
comfort in knowing that I can depend upon friends and family. My husband keeps
me laughing, even on those days when I want to cry. Seeing the humor, in my everyday
routine and challenges helps me get through many difficult days. Another,
person that is very supportive in my daily environment is my sister; I couldn’t
ask for a better sister, she is the epitome of what a sister should be and the
best aunt to my children. She is there when my children and I need her and
offer breaks when stress sets in. The
support of my children keeps me grounded and keeps things in perspective. They
allow me to visualize the smaller things in life and keep me on my toes. They
are so many other people that support me, too many to name them all. However, I
can not forget my supervisor, I am so fortunate to have a supervisor who is
supportive and appreciate the hard work I do. She's always there to remind me,
how important my hard work is and to be proud of my accomplishments.
I am lucky
to have a great support system in place in my daily environment. My experience
as a social worker, I am able to witness many people who have no support in
their lives and this makes it difficult for them to thrive daily. Without my
support system, life for me would be miserable and I would probably be an angry
person, feeling hopeless. If I was to ever loose my support, my stress level
would increase and I would feel sort of lost. Nevertheless, although support is
important to me, I am aware that nothing is promised, therefore, it’s also
important for me to rely on myself as well. Years ago I experienced losing my
mother who was a big part of my daily environment. Although difficult, I had to
learn how to live again without her support; I have finally conquered this
challenge.
I imagine myself breaking a leg,
and thinking how in the world I would be able to work, take care of my
children, or do my everyday routines. I would have to really become more
dependent on others which frighten me because I would have to wait on others,
and ask for help, something I don’t like doing often. The support of my husband
would definitely come in handy, who couldn’t use a good laugh, I am sure my
children would be happy to be my little assistance, my sister would probably
bring me meals, and chauffer me around, and my supervisor would ask me “ is
there anything I can do for you”. Even
though I am very independent, I do understand how important, my support system
is and how fortunate I am to have them.
