My Occupational

Identity

* Kate Young

Travelling: Since I was little I have always travelled this

occupation enables me to see my family, see different countries and their cultures. Occupations include:

airports, waiting in lines, visiting local shops, learning about new cultures.

Netball: Since I was 7 I have always been apart of a netball team and I will continue to play netball as long as I can. Occupations include: training, tournaments,

fitness, team work, socialising.

Family: My family is very important to me I love spending time with them whenever I can. Occupations include: Family

trips, keeping in touch, driving my younger sisters around, house work.

Baking: I started baking when I was little a I would help my Mom and Nan bake. I love baking and I will always continue to bake. Occupations include: reading recipes, relaxation,

trying new things, spending time with family and friends. s

The Farm: I have lived on a farm my whole life and it is home to

me. It was a big part of my identity as I was growing up and I would like to live on a farm when I am older as

well. Occupations include: milking, feeding calves, doing fences, feeding out.

The Mountain: The mountain is home for me and has memories of spending

time with family and friends. Occupations include: family picnics, training, adventures, over night trips.

Basketball: I have been playing basketball since I was little .I am very

passionate about playing basketball and will continue to play as long as I can. Occupations include team work, fitness,

tournaments, learning new things, socialising.

Student: This has recently become an important occupation as

becoming a qualified Occupational therapist is my goal and studying will get me there. Occupations include:

organisation, study, fieldwork, socialising, classes, assessments.

Outdoor Adventures Racing: This was a big part of my identity for 3 years at high school, it was important as I was representing my school and also

my region. Occupations include: Physical and mental strength, endurance, team work, challenges, tramping,

tenting.

Friends: Friendship is an important part of my identity I have

always enjoyed spending time with my friends and being there for them . Occupations include: going out for

lunch/dinner, keeping in touch, special events, shopping.