Name the Time: Boundaries that protect you and others

Have your home visits started running to two hours… but nothing is actually changing?In this bite-sized episode, I share a powerful reflection from inside The Social Work Collective Academy following a live masterclass on Staying Connected When Conversations Are Hard.We talk about:Why naming the time you have is a professional skillHow unclear time boundaries increase burnoutWhy shorter visits can still be high-qualityHow boundaries help families feel saferThe link between containment, regulation, and emotional safetyThis isn’t about rushing people. It isn’t about being rigid.It’s about calm, confident containment.If you’re leaving visits drained, struggling to end meetings on time, or feeling like you’re giving more than you have — this episode is your reminder:You are allowed to name the time.The Staying Connected masterclass is now inside The Social Work Collective Academy.Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email [email protected] Sign up to my free newsletter Listen to Social Work Sorted Membership Podcast Join the Social Work Sorted Membership on Patreon for CPD & Resources to build your confidence as an early career social worker Email: [email protected]: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/vickishevlin_Instagram.com/socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedhttps://www.patreon.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.