Being open-minded will be a kind of characteristic for working as an occupational therapist. It is because we usually need to communicate with clients, their family members, and other professionals.
Even within physiotherapy, there are many different environments (hospital, musculoskeletal private clinics, aged care etc.), so take the chance to find what it is that you want to do.
Keep your support system close to you. You will need them. It can be draining taking care of other people and it will take a lot out of you. Having a good support system, whether it’s colleagues, family or friends, really matters.
Working together with clients to improve their daily life through meaningful activity is satisfying and there is no greater joy than to see people overcome adversity and find their passion for life again!