1.03 Your current perceptions
As you work through this book you will be encouraged to clarify facts , making your personal thoughts and feelings regarding the NHS and your current circumstances explicit . This should place you in good stead for being able to discuss topical issues with others as and when the need arises . So , let ’ s start by describing your thoughts and feelings about the NHS .
If , for example , you were to state a selection of words to describe something that you have an interest in then it may be along the following lines :
• Up to five words to describe your thoughts and feelings about Premier Football League Football ( or your national equivalent ): o Elite ; exciting ; luxury ; over-priced ; prima-donnas .
• Up to five words to describe your thoughts and feelings about whales : o Spectacular ; powerful , mysterious ; intelligent ; endangered .
Take a moment to write down the first five words you think of to describe your thoughts and feelings about the NHS . 1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 : Now take a moment to write down five things that you personally value or believe are most important about the provision of a healthcare system in the UK . 1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 :
We will return to these initial thoughts at the end of the book and consider what , if anything , has changed and why .
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