Self-Care Padlet by Hailey Hokett

"Take Away" from Resources Reviewed

hhokett1 — 2023-10-26 18:07:01 UTC

While there are many shocking things that I learned from reviewing the resources, my biggest take away is that compassion fatigue can be lethal. I hadn't know the extent of compassion fatigue until I reviewed the resources. In the time of an emergency we, school counselors, are expected to be at our best for days and days. There is no faltering that can take place on our part. So I would say my biggest take away is even though school counselors are expected to be at their best, always, it is volatile to take care of yourself. Compassion fatigue could be lethal to a school counselor.

Importance of Self-Care

hhokett1 — 2023-10-26 18:18:33 UTC

The importance of self care for the school counselor is of the utmost importance. It not only provides mental clarity to make the best decisions and give advice, and it can also can prevent burnout.

Self-Care Strategies

hhokett1 — 2023-10-26 18:21:38 UTC

During the week, I take 2 to 3 days to go and workout. This provides a time for me to exercise as well as have time to myself for reflection. The second strategies that I use is seeing a counselor myself. Once a month I meet with a counselor to discuss my personal feelings and developing coping skills for specific aspects of my job and life.

Making Time for Me

hhokett1 — 2023-10-26 18:24:39 UTC