1. Rachel Colson
Occupational Science:
Occupational Identity

2. Baking
I have always had a passion for baking as I have a sweet tooth and love anything
chocolate. I prefer to bake by myself as it provides a chance to think, relax, and enjoy
piece and quiet. I am an active relaxer.

3. Photography
As I have grown up I have held an interest in photography as a casual activity which allows
me to capture memories. I collect the photos that I take and record these in photo albums
which I enjoy looking through every now and then.

4. Travelling
I love to travel with my family to different countries. Being able to experience different
cultures and ways of living is very interesting to me. I am especially interested in third world
countries for the complete contrast to New Zealand.

5. Shopping
Shopping is an occupation that I can carry out in many different places and with many different
people. I find it can be very therapeutic and allows the chance for social interaction.

6. Sky Diving
I occasionally like to go sky diving. This is an occupation that I carry out with my father, as we
both share a passion for adrenaline driven occupations.

7. Tramping
As I live under mount Egmont, I take this opportunity to go tramping around the bush tracks
and climbing the mountain. This gives me a sense of achievement and is a great way to enjoy
and appreciate the natural beauty of my home town.

8. Rowing
I was heavily involved in rowing for 2 years, forming a significant part of My occupational
identity as it was a large commitment. I engaged in this occupation forcompetiveness,
enjoyment and fitness.

9. Surfing
I enjoy surfing as a casual sport. I carry this out with friends and occasionally by myself where I
am able to enjoy the warm weather, exercise and I feel it is a therapeutic occupation that
allows me to reflect and have time to myself.

10. Fishing/Diving
I enjoy boating activties, in particular fishing and watching/assisting with other people diving. It
Provides an excitement when catching fish and it also is a motivating activity for me to catch
fish for dinner as my family and I enjoy eating it.

11. Studying Towards Bachelor of
Occupational Therapy
This is one of the main occupations that takes up my time at present. It is allowing me
to work towards my future occupation as an occupational therapist.