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- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Copyright
- © 2022 National Association of Social Workers
- ISSN
- 0037-8046
- eISSN
- 1545-6846
- DOI
- 10.1093/sw/swac021
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
Based on the broaden-and-build theory of positive emotion, this article suggests that efforts by social workers to find joy in the profession may help them broaden their scope of attention, cognition, and action; build physical, intellectual, and social resources for future use; and increase resilience. This article explains Fredrickson’s broaden-and-build theory as a basis for exploring and seeking positivity and outlines several practical strategies that social workers or their leaders can adopt to promote joy and other positive emotions. The strategies can be implemented at individual or group levels in classrooms or agencies. Finally, this article considers how these strategies may contribute to social worker self-care, self-awareness, and ongoing growth and development.
Journal
Social Work – Oxford University Press
Published: May 10, 2022
Keywords: joy; positive psychology; social work education; social work practice (general); workforce wellness