Self Care Padlet by Ruby Reyna

Personal Take Away

rreyna8_1 — 2025-03-28 17:55:56 UTC

From reviewing the selections, I learned that whether you are a student pursuing a degree in school counseling or a seasoned counselor, prioritizing self- care issues is essential to being effective and successful in the field. I connected with the selected reading, "Counselor Self-Care," because as a graduate student, I understand the challenge of balancing school, work, and everyday life while also making self-care a priority.

Importance of Self-Care in the Helping Profession

rreyna8_1 — 2025-03-28 17:56:25 UTC

Self-care is important for everyone, but especially for mental health professionals. To take care of others, they must first take care of themselves. Prioritizing their well-being helps them stay healthy, avoid burnout, and provide the best support to those in need.

Personal Self-Care Strategies

rreyna8_1 — 2025-03-28 17:57:42 UTC

I am working on balancing life as a teacher and a student. Being a Special Education teacher is rewarding, but some days can be overwhelming. This is my third semester as a graduate student, and while I have a schedule, unexpected things still come up and make me feel rushed. However, I make sure to leave work-related tasks at work so that I can focus on being a student at home. Sometimes I put my physical activity on hold, but recently I have been trying to work out whenever I can most days.

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rreyna8_1 — 2025-03-28 17:57:56 UTC

I enjoy going on walks with my dog, Charlie. Most of the time we walk around my neighborhood or to a nearby park.