2E Recognise own values and attitudes and ensure non-judgemental practice
You have a responsibility to be aware of your own thoughts, feelings, attitudes, values, beliefs and biases, as these may affect the way you work and communicate with people. You may feel quite strongly that someone you are providing support to has done something you see as wrong or something you would not do. It is important not to demonstrate judgement.
Being non-judgmental means that in your professional role, you should not to let your personal values and beliefs influence how you treat people receiving support. You need to be aware of how you communicate, and be vigilant to avoid expressing judgment by the expression on your face, the tone of your voice, or by reacting with shock and disapproval.
