SOWK 500 Ecomap and selfcare plan Liberty University

️ Ecomap and Self-Care Plan DescriptionThis document is a Self-Care Plan based on the analysis of an Ecomap for a client identified as Evie, a 63-year-old divorced female. The ecomap visually represents Evie's relationships, energy flow, and stressors within her social and environmental context, which the author then uses for self-reflection and goal setting.Ecomap Analysis and ReflectionThe Ecomap uses lines and arrows to denote the nature and direction of relationships and energy flow between the central individual (Evie) and various elements of her life.Strengths (Strong Connections): The author identifies a strong social support system through her family/children 1, which provides love, comfort, guidance, and strength2. Strong connections also exist with spiritual life 3, friendships 4, and her hobbies (planting and volunteering at church)5555. These strong relationships and activities are noted as a source of resilience and guidance during mentally challenging times6.Weaknesses/Growth Areas: These include the relationship with parents/siblings, school/academic achievements (needs improvement in research/homework) 7777, and health (believes more exercise is needed)8. The relationship with work is strained due to difficulty maintaining a balance between personal, professional, and academic life9. The ecomap also revealed a strained relationship with one friend10.Energy Balance: The author notes a perceived balanced energy distribution across social, academic, and spiritual life, reflecting a healthy equilibrium11.Stressor/Tenuous Connections: Tenuous/stressful connections are visually indicated with one friend and "my brother" . Self-Care Planning Form (SMART Goals)The reflection leads directly to the creation of a Self-Care Planning Form structured around five core areas, defining Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-limited (S.M.A.R.T. Goals) with corresponding accountability measures.Care AreaS.M.A.R.T. Goals (Examples)Accountability MeasurePhysical CareTake a 30-minute walk every day for 2 months. Attend two yoga classes every week for three months[cite: 4390].Engage a friend or daughter in these activities[cite: 4390].Psychological CareEngage in deep-breathing exercises every morning for 10 minutes for 2 months to reduce stress. Use self-talk every evening for 5 minutes for 6 months[cite: 4394].Journal these experiences daily[cite: 4394].Spiritual CarePractice gratitude once every day for 5 minutes for 3 months. Attend additional meetings and volunteer at the church[cite: 4394].Keep a journal of gratitude and engage spiritual friends[cite: 4394].Social CareSpend 4 hours with family every Sunday for 3 months. Attend one social gathering every month for the next 6 months[cite: 4394].Attend with friends and invite them home[cite: 4394].Professional/Volunteer CareVolunteer once a month on the weekend for 2 months in a social event raising awareness against gender-based violence. Support underprivileged women who buy sanitary products once a month for 6 months[cite: 4394].Use calendars and reminders[cite: 4394].