Reflective Practice Notes

Introduction to Reflective Practice

• Reflective practice involves contemplating one's actions to foster continuous learning.
• Its origins are in contemplative practices (Buddhism, etc.) and contributions from figures like Rogers, Shon, and Gibbs.
• Widely used in healthcare (doctors, nurses, midwives, physios) and other fields like education, counseling, and social work.
• Requires honesty, openness, courage, and flexibility, potentially leading to changes in perspectives.
• In clinical practice, it aims to positively impact clients and meet personal and professional needs.

Bridging Theory and Practice

• Reflective practice connects theoretical knowledge with practical application.
• It encourages the exploration of formal theories and personal ideas in relation to experiences.
• Promotes honest assessment of beliefs and assumptions to identify problem solutions.

Example: Motivational Interviewing (MI)

• Applying reflective practice to MI involves analyzing experiences, considering successes and failures.
• It includes emotional awareness and identifying alternative approaches for future scenarios.
• Example: Addressing client resistance by exploring appropriate responses instead of impatience.

Application in Preclinical Studies

• Subject SOCKEYE 221 emphasizes applying theory to practice.
• Familiarity with reflective practice is essential for current and future work.
• Start reflective practice from week one using the reflective practice journal on the LMS.