My Supports

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.