Evie Edwards- EDG 6320- Self-Care Padlet by Evie Edwards

Reflection on Professional Resources

eedwards8_1 — 2024-10-22 02:26:53 UTC

I enjoyed getting to read the article titled " Who Helps the Helpers?". I know that as a school counselor, I have often felt like there are not enough hours in the day to help all the kids on my caseload, manage all the tasks that are assigned, be the best mom to my kids, a caring wife for my husband, a good daughter to my parents, and still take time to make time for renewal for myself. I enjoyed thinking about how we can incorporate some rituals and sharing into our weekly department meetings that allow the counselors on my team to take time to check in on one another and continue to build relationships so that we can support one another and maintain our focus on the important work we do each day.

Reflection on the Importance of Self-Care in Helping Professions

eedwards8_1 — 2024-10-22 02:28:14 UTC

"You can't pour from an empty cup." In order to take care of others, I believe that helpers must first take care of themselves. It is crucial for a helper to be renewed physically, spiritually, mentally, and emotionally to be able to arrive fully present for the clients that they will encounter in their practice. By renewing ourselves, practitioners can be most effective in helping others work toward solutions in their own lives.

Identification & Description of Personal Self-Care Practices

eedwards8_1 — 2024-10-22 02:36:14 UTC

Having worked in a school counseling office for the last 8 years, I have learned over time what strategies help me best care for myself so that I can care for the students I encounter each day. The first strategy that helps me find balance is to leave work at work and draw healthy boundaries around my time by limiting the time that I spend on work-related tasks at home. This includes things like turning off my work email on my phone. I also greatly benefit when I invest time into meal prepping healthy food for myself and my family each week and taking time several times a week to exercise. I have also benefited significantly from seeking counseling services to manage especially stressful situations at work and in my personal life.

Self-Care Strategy 1: Reading for Pleasure

eedwards8_1 — 2024-10-23 02:42:03 UTC

Self-Care Strategy 2: Be Creative

eedwards8_1 — 2024-10-23 02:43:06 UTC

I really enjoy playing with watercolor paints.

Self-Care Strategy 3: Walking in Nature

eedwards8_1 — 2024-10-23 02:43:54 UTC

Self-Care Strategy 4: Fun Time with the Family Exploring New Places.

eedwards8_1 — 2024-10-23 02:45:03 UTC