Awareness...
Know the signs and symptoms of compassion fatigue and the types of events, situations, or individuals who may trigger it. Be aware when your symptoms change or become worse, paying special attention to sleep issue patterns such as difficulty falling or staying asleep. You are not crazy - even Mother Theresa insisted that her nuns take time off every 4-5 years to recover from the impact of their caring work, such was the impact of compassion fatigue.
Managing your time effectively: Own your “NO”without guilt or shame. This is particularly difficult in the SJHR sector as the external needs are often so great and pressing compared to your own. Practicing self-compassion and self-care, it’s self-preservation, not self-indulgence. Rest, exercise and diet are all critical components of balance and self-care. Filtering your inputs by limiting social media as well as online negative feeds. Practicing gratitude and random acts of kindness changes how you see things, not what you see. Taking breaks - even a day or a weekend away can shift your mindset. Bring about balance and set boundaries by: Balance and boundaries...
Connect... With your vision: reconfirm and
reconnect with it again without guilt, shame, or obligation. What brought you into this line of work and what is the meaning and value you derive from it? With a caring colleague, a friend, or a family member who can support you. With your faith-based or spiritual community. With a furry friend – don’t underestimate their impact on well-being.
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Dec 2022 | Collective Action Magazine
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