"Self-care is an ethical mandate; if counselors are not practicing self-care, they will not be able to provide adequate services" (Corey, et al., 2024).

Reviews of this book state that it is written in a more personable tone and with a refreshing take from African American Millennial men. This book was created with the ACA and offers a great start to practicing self-care as a counseling professional.

The American Counseling Association developed a task force to promote wellness and prevent counselor burnout. Also states that J. Melvin Witmer (1985) was the first to introduce the construct of wellness to the counseling field. Dr. Jane E Myers (1992) suggested that wellness is a major paradigm within the counseling field.

Counselors and wellness: ACA (2005), Dr. Jane E Meyers, and Dr. Thomas J Sweeney (2008) advocate for the necessity of evidence-based practices that promote client and counselor wellness.

Counselors who incorporate wellness into their lives may experience lower levels of burnout.

spirituality and wellness: practicing mindfulness, increasing purpose life, life satisfaction, social support (Fredrickson et al., 2008; Weibel, 2007).

physical health and wellness: practicing yoga in a 10-week yoga program increased participants' ability to handle induced stressors. Clients with PTSD who participate in 5 yoga sessions have reduced anxiety and improved wellbeing (Williams et al., 2005).

mental health and wellness: gratitude is positively associated with positive affect, optimism, happiness, and life satisfaction(Emmons & McCullough, 2003; McCullough, Emmons, & Tsang, 2002). forgiveness increases positive relationship skills, leads to a less stressful marriage, and is associated with greater wellness (Worthington & Scherer, 2004)

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research

6 item perceived safety scale

and demographic items are included

factors of the 5F-WEL:Creative self (thinking/emotions/control), coping self (leisure/stress management/self worth), social self (friendship/love), essential self(spirituality/ gender identity/self care), physical self (nutrition/exercise), total wellness (general wellbeing/composite score comprised of all items on the 5F-WEL).

4 point likert scale.

The wheel of wellness was the first theoretical model of wellness based in counseling theory.

the wheel includes five interrelated life tasks: spirituality, self direction, work and leisure, friendship and love.

Incorporating new research, 12 subtasks were presented: sense of worth, sense of control, realistic beliefs, emotional awareness and management, problem solving and creativity, sense of humor, nutrition, exercise, self-care, stress management, gender identity and cultural identity.

The wheel has spirituality at the core as the central and most important characteristic of a healthy person.

the tasks of self-direction are conceptualized as functioning similar to spokes in a wheel-- that is, they provide the self management necessary to meet successfully the requirements of Adler's major life tasks, work, friendship, and love, as well as spirituality and self.

The components of individual wellness described all operate within the contexts of family, community, government, media, business and industry, education, and religion. In addition, global events influence individual wellness.

Based on the wheel of wellness.

In counseling, the indivisible self model is utilized to help individuals explore and address all aspects of their well-being. Counselors apply this holistic approach to support clients in understanding the interconnectedness of their physical, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions. By considering the indivisible nature of the self, counselors help clients develop a comprehensive wellness plan that addresses various areas of their life to promote overall health and balance. This approach encourages clients to recognize the impact of different dimensions on their well-being and empowers them to make positive changes in all aspects of their lives.

Childhood:

• ACEs can disrupt normal developmental processes, leading to emotional, behavioral, and cognitive challenges in childhood. Children who experience ACEs may exhibit symptoms such as anxiety, depression, aggression, withdrawal, or difficulty in forming healthy attachments.

• ACEs can also impact academic performance, social skills development, and physical health during childhood.

Adolescence:

• ACEs may exacerbate during adolescence as individuals face additional stressors such as peer pressure, academic demands, and hormonal changes.

• Adolescents with a history of ACEs may be at increased risk of engaging in risky behaviors such as substance abuse, self-harm, or risky sexual behavior.

• Mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD may become more pronounced during adolescence, impacting social relationships and academic achievement.

Adulthood:

• The effects of ACEs often persist into adulthood and can manifest in various physical and mental health problems.

• Adults who experienced ACEs may struggle with forming and maintaining healthy relationships, both romantically and socially.

• ACEs can impact career and educational opportunities, leading to financial instability and socioeconomic challenges.

• Individuals with a history of ACEs are at higher risk of developing chronic health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and autoimmune disorders.

• Adults who experienced ACEs may face challenges in parenting, perpetuating cycles of trauma and adverse experiences within their own families.

• The impact of ACEs can extend across generations, affecting not only the individual who experienced the trauma but also their children and grandchildren through disrupted family dynamics, attachment issues, and learned behaviors.

  
  

Psychological and Emotional Well-being:

• ACEs can lead to long-term psychological and emotional difficulties, including low self-esteem, shame, guilt, and difficulties in regulating emotions.

• Individuals who experienced ACEs may develop maladaptive coping strategies such as avoidance, substance abuse, or self-destructive behavior to cope with unresolved trauma.

  
  

Physical Health:

• The chronic stress resulting from ACEs can contribute to physical health problems such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal issues, and chronic pain conditions.

• The dysregulation of stress response systems caused by ACEs can weaken the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to infections and autoimmune disorders.

  
  

Overall, ACEs can have pervasive and enduring effects across the lifespan, highlighting the importance of early intervention, trauma-informed care, and support services to address the long-term impact of childhood trauma.