This chapter of the Lipsky book truly brings together the purpose and goals of trauma stewardship. The responsibility to we have as social workers in the field and that in which our clients entrust us to maintain to provide the best practice with sound mind. The concept that each of the four directions described in the previous chapters are linked and that link is the central system. Without maintaining our center it becomes difficult to encompass the other four, inquiry, focus, compassion and balance; and viewing them as a whole is essential. Reflecting on centering oneself I understand more now the concept of self-care. Not only for maintaining balance and harmony in ourselves but in turn providing the services to those experiencing trauma.
