2.2 Restrictions and resources
We’re all affected by our own restrictions and resources. Sometimes the same thing can be both a restriction and a resource. If you’re buying a house on a mortgage, it’s both a liability and an asset; a friend or relative might need support but might also be a source of support to you.
Activity 4
What are your restrictions and resources?
Think about your resources – the things, people and attitudes that could help you. Then think about your restrictions – the things you need to take into account, or that may be problems.
Go to the template for this activity in the resource pack [Tip: hold Ctrl and click a link to open it in a new tab. (Hide tip)] and note them down. An example is shown in Table 1.
Resources | Restrictions |
---|---|
Money Financial resources | Responsibilities |
Equipment, tools, premises I have … | I haven’t got … |
People, family, contacts Who can help me? | Who needs my help or support? |
Health Good points | Bad points |
Beliefs, outlooks Positives | Negatives |
Comment
Consider your answers in the table you filled in.
- How will they affect the kind of opportunities open to you?
- Are there other things you need to consider? For example, do you need to work near your home?
- Could you move to a new area?
- Could you work from home?
- Have you caring responsibilities, or do you need care yourself?