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Old Nov 07, 2012, 11:10 PM
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Bridges Bridges is offline
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Hey folks,

This is my first post here at PsychCentral, and I am looking forward to reading about others struggles, strengths, and insights.

About myself, I am approaching graduation from a social work program (bachelor's level) at my local university, and have some concerns about managing myself as a professional when I enter the workforce. I would greatly appreciate some feedback.

I am concerned about how I will manage as a social worker when I struggle with anxiety and feelings of inadequacy. I often doubt my abilities to help others because I have so many pressing problems of my own. I wonder if my anxiety and sense of self worth will be visible to those I will be helping, and how that would affect their experience in our therapeutic relationship.

I also wonder how I can remain passionate about helping others when I encounter so many jaded individuals who predict with confidence that recent graduates will lose their flame and resign.

Any thoughts?