“The New Zealand Association of Counsellors’ requires counsellors to have their own supervisor who they see every two weeks to help with good practice and to avoid burnout. “I know firsthand the benefits of talking to someone and how it makes a positive difference to my wellbeing.”
safe. We talk more about exactly what confidentiality means when we meet.” And how does a counsellor retain his own mental health and wellbeing? “You learn the importance of self care, making sure you have a good work-life balance. For me, a one-hour workout from 5.30am every morning is part of it. I make sure I’m proactive and I do some small meditations and mindfulness exercises throughout the day. I make sure I have plenty of family time and as head coach of the 2nd XV, I enjoy participating in the life of the school.
but validation from someone who knows you best, YOURSELF, feels exhilarating. “I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games.Twenty-six times I’ve been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” – Michael Jordan “There are more important things in life than winning or losing a game.” – Lionel Messi
What makes a winner?
Giving it your best. Being proud of yourself rather than feeling good because others are proud of you. Knowing your worth. Knowing that validation from others feels great,
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