Out of this World OT

My perspective and approach to leadership has definitely changed some since we last completed this activity at the beginning of OT school (hence the hat), but some items have still remained the same. For instance, in both drawings I drew the hair with a half straight and half curly texture because I think both creativity and organization are important qualities in a leader. However, I drew the hair much longer in my 2020 drawing because I know now, even as an introvert, I can be an effective leader. I also added freckles and a necklace this time because I do see myself as a leader in some situations now and I know that self-awareness vital. Finally, I signed my name in cursive rather than print because, after our first PDE meetings, I made a goal to serve in more leadership roles inside and outside the classroom. 

Today I scored a 7 on Rotter's Locus of Control Scale indicating I have more of a internal locus of control. This result was unsurprising to me because I know I cannot control some events, such as this COVID-19 pandemic, but that I can control how I react to it. However, locus of control is a spectrum so I think most people, myself included, experience swings between internal and external depending on the situation.  After a sudden life change, whether it be a new diagnosis or a pandemic, many people may be left with a feeling of helplessness. As an OT practitioner, it is important to recognize that external locus of control mindset both in ourselves and our clients. It is important in ourselves because whatever attitude you bring into your client interactions will influence their attitude. Also, if as the therapist you believe the situation is out of your control, then your intervention will not be effective either. It is also important to recognize in our clients because if they