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Counselor burnout can happen to anyone, life changes and some feelings of stress can go unnoticed. Learning when to say no to extra and having a strong work/life balance can really assist in avoiding burnout as a counselor.

Compassion fatigue requires intentional work to prepare a counselor to be mindful, in harmony of having spiritual/existential awareness, and preparing to be in the zone when listening to clients.

Secondary Trauma is allowing yourself time to reflect, have self-awareness, and check in with how you feel after a session, then analyze the client's feelings.

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I appreciate the analogy of when on an airplane, to apply your oxygen mask before helping others. This in itself defines self-care. You cannot help others unless you help yourself first.

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I grew up in a spiritual and energetic household and have carried that into adulthood. I self-care by doing yoga, taking walks, praying, and currently working on meditating. I realize life will take hold and things will change, so I imagine my self-care strategies may change too. But having this time to myself outside in nature, or inside my home, benefits my introverted soul. :)