With the start of another new year, I have been reminiscing on 2022 as well as pondering any changes I want to make for the next 365 days. What I typically land on each year is aiming to be more mindful; being present and letting go of control, not worrying so much, and slowing down…
Math = EEEEEW. I hate math, in fact, all social workers hate math. And often times social workers say they just, flat-out, refuse to do math. But, a few months ago, I had a fulfilling conversation with a friend and family member that has stuck with me. We discussed a concept of life being like…
Emma PrangerINQ 100Dr. Knutson12/3/19 I met Melissa Williams on a freezing November morning, as she led me through a maze of hallways to her office in the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center. As I walked in, I noticed the neatly arranged pictures on the corkboard behind the computer, the arrays of neatly stacked binders, and…
Having to constantly remind yourself that you have done your best Even though that suicidal client made you second guess Blaming you for their problems and the reason they will die But then the next day they stop by your office just to say hi Trying to convince that client that she has many strengths But…
Not just giving presents, but being present. Not only grocery shopping for holiday meals, but also donating to families who do not have holiday meals. Not just traveling for the holidays, but thinking of those who do not have family to travel to. Not only watching the beautiful snow fall, but thinking of those who have never seen snow.…