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Acknowledgements

Stephen

I wouldn’t have even thought about the things in this book if it hadn’t been for my good friend Pete Wright showing me his ‘Getting Things Done’ spreadsheet and telling me about David Allen and the art of stress-free productivity. For that lightbulb moment, and his friendship, I will be forever in his debt.

Thanks to Gareth Clegg for being a constant source of inspiration from our first moments of friendship at age 12 and throughout my life. Though miles and time separate us, you are always there. Things that fit endure.

A huge thank you to the people I work with who have indulged me by letting me introduce the ideas contained in this book to the University of Sunderland’s social work students. Thanks to the students who have endured my faltering explanation of all manner of things relating to self-care and productivity as I figured out how to say what I wanted to say. And a big thank you to Anna Short for sorting out my Self-care Triangle graphic!

And, without doubt, thanks to Christine, Jonathan and Luke for their unfathomable love that sustains me.

I dedicate my words written on these pages to my mam and dad who have always believed in me.

Lisa

Some people have come into my life and made it great, others have made it great once they have left. I look to the blessings and lessons from every one of you, for they have made me who I am today.

Stephen Holmes and Lois Woods encouraged me to go to university and, in doing so, sowed the seeds of my social work career. I am truly thankful to you both as it started me on this amazing journey of self-discovery.

I give thanks to Stephen Mordue for agreeing to collaborate with me on a totally different project that led to interesting discussions around social work and self-care. This in turn snowballed into the idea of writing a book about professional self-care and hey, we did it – world domination next!

Finally, to quote Terri Guillemets, ‘I love my mother as trees love water and sunshine, she helps me grow, prosper and reach great heights.’

My ‘mam’ has been the single most loyal and consistent figure in my life. Unconditional love that knows no bounds. Guidance, wisdom and the same wicked humour has helped illuminate my way in life during times when I could not always see the way ahead. No words can ever truly reflect what you mean to me and I hope this book makes you proud, not just of me, but of you, for being ‘you’.

Steph

How lovely to get an opportunity to write in a book and then thank those who have supported you. It feels a little Oscar-like … I can dream!

Thank you to Peter Twiss, my teacher at Kelloe Primary School who printed my first stories when I was at school and supported me. Thank you to Peter Raymond, my social studies teacher at Gilesgate School, who bought me chocolate when I stopped truanting. Thank you to my dad and brother, no longer with me but I feel they believed in me.

I was able to be part of this book possibly because I asked Stephen regularly if I could contribute while we passed on the stairs at university when I lectured there too. I also genuinely believe in self-care.

Thanks to Bev and Jo, psychiatrist friends, who responded to my many messages as I shared concern about my own self-care, and writing late at night! Thanks to Rachael Woodley, who is a self-care star and is one of the most encouraging people I know in spite of adversity herself.

Thanks to my boyfriend as he never likes to be left out and would seek a drum roll if pages were audio transcribed! He did divert me from this book at times but supported more than hindered.

Last but not least, thank you to my daughters Grace and Tilly, who showed me love and really are the reason I do everything. Thanks for reading.