Many academic disciplines are closely linked to real world situations and professions and, increasingly, work-based placements can be a valuable aspect of learning. Nurses are often required to reflect upon their practices, link their reflections to theories and communicate in writing an understanding of the connection between the reflection and theory. When you have identified the goals of your development, you will have a focus for reflection and subsequent actions. Working on personal and professional development need not be a chore if you have access to varied and informative techniques.

Keywords: Reflective Journalism; Reflective Journal; Reflective Practice; Reflective Writing; Reflection and Nursing Reflection.