My Self-Care padlet by Marisa Garces

Professional Take-Away

Mgarces21 — 2023-10-27 15:02:23 UTC

In a helping profession such as counseling, one is often times focused on helping others that we neglect our own mental well-being. Having a positive support system/consultation team is important as you have someone you can discuss/consult on difficult situations that you encounter; they can offer suggestions and guidance and can aid in helping you recognize your blind spots.

Importance of Self-Care

Mgarces21 — 2023-10-27 15:03:12 UTC

Factors such as high caseloads, unsupportive administration team, multiple job assignments are among some of the factors that cause burnout and fatigue in the school counseling profession. Monitoring and taking care on one's mental well-being is imperative in the counseling profession because a burned out counselor becomes the liability. One can not be helpful to another if they are in a poor mental state.

Personal Self-Care Strategies

Mgarces21 — 2023-10-27 15:03:38 UTC

Some strategies that I plan to utilize for my self-care are:

Meditation- When stressed, I like to take a few minutes, sit in the quiet, turn off the lights, and practice calm breathing. I also play relaxing instrumental music which helps me relax. Doing this for just a few minutes can help calm the mind and body.

Gym- Another strategy I use is going to the gym. Working out is a good stress reliever for me.

Mgarces21 — 2023-10-27 15:05:10 UTC