Category: Work
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My Purpose in life
Recently, while visiting a friend and her family, we found ourselves in a deep conversation about my work as a social worker. They had never met one before and honestly had no idea what I did. It’s something I encounter a lot—when people hear “social work,” they immediately think of Child Protective Services (CPS). While…
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What to pack for work conferences as a social worker
I just got back from a conference last week, and let me tell you—if there’s one thing I’ve learned from attending these events, it’s this: you need to be prepared. So, if you’re like me, frantically googling what to pack a week in advance (and maybe even what to wear), you’ve come to the right…
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Texas Suicide Prevention symposium 2024 recap
I recently had the privilege of attending the annual Texas Suicide Prevention Conference in Mesquite, Texas! It was an incredible experience being surrounded by some of the most intelligent, courageous, and compassionate individuals, all dedicated to saving lives. As someone who frequently works with patients who have attempted suicide, I was eager to learn more…
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Weekend refelections Sepetmeber 24, 2024
Welcome back to my weekend reflections, where I dive into the highs and lows of my workweek! This weekend? A wild mix of cases—from handling sexual abuse situations to being told, “Get the f*ck out of my room” by a patient who didn’t want to see my face. But hey, that’s just a typical weekend…
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Weekend Reflections September 10, 2024
Y’all, when I say this weekend was rough—I mean it was a whole mess. Between Epic training, dealing with families, and juggling all my usual responsibilities, I was seriously counting down the minutes until my time off. Honestly, if I had to go in one more day, I think I would’ve had a full-blown meltdown…
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Weekend Reflections- September 1, 2024
Hey y’all, welcome to this week’s edition of Weekend Reflections, where I talk about what went down at work, the highs, the lows, and everything in between. This week work-wise was amazing! My patients were great, but my coworkers drove me up the wall, reminding me—yet again—why boundaries at work are absolutely crucial. Highs: I saw…