Engage in Self-care 🍂 � � Being invited into this conversation is not easy. Particularly after these kinds of conversations, it is important to take time to debrief with yourself, and allow yourself to pause, to seek support and engage in self-care. 🍂 � � Being supportive to a colleague means offering immediate assistance if needed, calling for help in urgent situations, and providing resources where applicable. 🍂 � � You are allowed to look after yourself and set your limits if your boundaries are exceeded. 🍂 � � If you are consumed with worry for this person, you need to get help yourself. 🍂 � � You may need to take some time to process the conversation, especially if you feel heaviness or weight of the conversation. Helping others is a compassionate act. Remember, however, to protect your own health and well-being at the same time. 🍂 � � Contact EAP for your own self-care if you need, talk with someone you trust or consult other resources from this guide. Many crisis/suicide help lines offer professional and confidential 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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