Child life specialists often connect children and families to other patients who have similar experiences and diagnoses, tapping into a type of support that can only be found in those who have traveled a similar journey. Listen to how Rechelle and Genevieve used this type of mentorship in their child life practice and how they seek mentorship in their own lives as a tool for coping in both personal and professional experiences.

Reflection/Journal Exercises:

What areas of your life would you like a mentor?

Using the list of 5 types of mentors identify your own mentors.

Resources:

5 Types of Mentors you should have in your life:

https://ideas.ted.com/the-5-types-of-mentors-you-need-in-your-life/

The importance of Mentorship

https://www.acamstoday.org/the-importance-of-mentorship/

ACLP mentorship program:

mentorship@childlife.org

Connect with us!

copingkitforeverydaylife@gmail.com

Interested in Life Coaching reach out to Rechelle at:

Rdplifecoaching@yahoo.com

To follow Genevieve

Instagram: genevievelowry3

Twitter: GenevieveLowry

Website: DIYchildlife.com

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