I believe this project has created a greater capacity for compassion and empathy that will allow me to connect with both my family and the addict. By looking at a family's genogram and seeing the whole picture, I believe I can help the family understand their own dysfunctions and painful dynamics without anyone needing to place blame. I believe I will be able to practice more patience, thereby fostering the client's ability to encourage and support loved ones. Generally, looking at my personal genogram has made me aware of the judgment I am capable of when I don't understand another person or they behave in a way I don't agree with. This awareness will be vital when working with clients, as many, if not all, are likely to be different from me in terms of attitudes, behaviors, choices, culture, and upbringing. Awareness will remind me to first see the person in front of me and then the symptoms and condition they wish to help with..