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"Harmony Within"

Lykethia M. Collins, MS.

Department of Curriculum & Instruction, Angelo State University

EDG-6320 Individual Counseling

Professor Kristi Cook

Professor Julie Hargraves

October 26, 2025

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Create a Self-Care Padlet that includes the following information:

Professional “Take Away” from Reviewing Resources: Write a brief statement (1 or 2 sentences) that describes your biggest “take away” from reviewing the resources on burnout, compassion fatigue, and secondary trauma. In other words, what was the most profound information that you learned? Submit your own original writing that explains your biggest "take away" from reviewing the resources.

Reflection on Importance of Self-Care in the Helping Profession: Write a brief statement (1 or 2 sentences) that explains your thoughts on why self-care is a crucial aspect of the helping profession. Submit your own original writing that explains your own perspective on self-care in the helping profession now that you have reviewed the resources.

Identification & Description of Personal Self-Care Strategies: Identify and describe one or two strategies that you can use to practice good self-care. In 2-3 sentences, describe what you can do to ensure that you are taking care of yourself while serving others in the helping profession. These should be strategies that you can practice utilizing throughout this term, as you will be asked to reflect on their effectiveness in the Self-Monitoring and Self-Awareness activity (you can preview this activity in the Unit 4: Reflection of Mastery).

Graphic/Picture:I nclude a picture or graphic that visually represents your plan for self-care. The picture can be of you engaged in the activity, or it can be a “graphic” that illustrates the strategy. *Do not include pictures of students or others that would require consent. You do not have to cite public use or stock images.

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Professional "Take Away" From Reviewing Resources: 

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Professional "Take Away" From Reviewing Resources: 

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My biggest takeaway from the resources on burnout, compassion fatigue, and secondary trauma is that true harmony within the helping profession begins with awareness and balance. Even the most devoted counselors can experience emotional exhaustion when their inner well-being is neglected. I learned that when we intentionally nurture our emotional equilibrium through consistent self-care, we preserve both our empathy and our ability to serve others effectively. Harmony within ourselves ultimately becomes the foundation for healing and support in others.

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Importance of Self-Care in the Helping Profession “Harmony Within”

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Importance of Self-Care in the Helping Profession “Harmony Within”

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Self-care is not a luxury—it is the foundation of harmony within the helping profession. As counselors, we are entrusted with supporting others through their most vulnerable moments, which can easily deplete our emotional reserves if left unguarded. Practicing self-care allows us to remain centered, compassionate, and emotionally available. When we cultivate balance within ourselves, we model resilience and emotional intelligence for those we serve.

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Personal Self-Care Strategies – “Harmony Within” 

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Personal Self-Care Strategies – “Harmony Within” 

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To maintain harmony within my professional and personal life, I plan to practice mindfulness journaling as a daily ritual to process emotions and foster gratitude. I will also dedicate intentional time each week to quiet reflection and physical renewal through nature walks, which help me reconnect with peace and perspective. By prioritizing these restorative practices, I can sustain my energy, preserve empathy, and continue showing up authentically for others.

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“When we cultivate harmony within, our capacity to help others grows naturally.”
Lykethia M. Collins