Occupational Identity

Occupational Identity

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  Dana Mulcahy Occupational Identity
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  Netball – Ihave played netball since 14. I coached, captained and umpired teams. Netball took up a big part of my high school years. I had a year off last year and am back playing again this year.
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  Boating – Eversince we were born we have been going to the Waitaki lakes in the weekends. I usually go with my family and friends and we always bring our dog. We engage in various water sports as well as just chilling on the beaches with food and drinks. It has always been an occupation that has brought our family together.
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  Cooking and baking– my mum has always perserved fruits and bottled sauces and relishes etc. My sisters and I have learnt these handed down recipes from her and it is something we all enjoy doing together.
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  sStudying – Iwent to St Josephs Primary School and then Craighead Diocesan School. After high school I came straight to Otago Polytechnic to study Occupational Therapy as I want to become an occupational therapist. Studying has been a main occupation of mine since the age of 5.
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  Rugby – Iplayed rugby since the age of 5. I played with boys up until high school and was in rep teams with them. At high school I played in our school team and made Hanan Shield and South Island Teams. I received a head injury at the end of 2011 playing rugby which had a huge impact on my life and stopped me from playing rugby.
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  Horse Riding –I ridden horses since about the age of 8. I went to pony club, shows and competitions. Over the years I have decreased the amount of riding I have done due to other commitments however I still enjoy to go riding with friends when given the opportunity. We still have one horse at home.
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  Socialising – Ienjoy socialising with my friends and family and doing various activities with them. Socialising with important people to me has always been an important part of who I am as it gives me a sense of belonging.
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  Going o Taking mydog for walks – I often take my dog Reg for walks to the beach or to the scenic so that he can run around freely. I either take him by myself or with other family members. Reg is a big part of my life and I love taking him for walks.
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  Travel – Ihave done a little bit of travelling with my family. These experiences have shaped me and changed my perspectives on things. I intend on doing a lot more travel of the world after I have got my degree.
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  Family – theyare always there fore me through the good and the bad. They give me a sense of identity as I have grown up with them and been taught valuable lessons from them. They are very important to me and are the roots to my occupational identity.