L. Atkin SELF Care by Laura Atkin

Professional “Take Away” from Reviewing Resources:

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The biggest takeaway is that self-care is recognized as such importance that is specifically outlined in Ethics and Standards, so much so that is is declared unethical not to attend to your self-care as a practitioner because it may ultimately endanger those we serve.

My Self-Care will be Holistic

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This graphic is a reminder that I need to stay aware of each dimension and strive for self-care that promotes balance for them all.

Reflection on Importance of Self-Care in the Helping Profession:

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Self-care is a critical component of professional school counseling because not only must we mitigate burnout to remain effective in our role, but we also need to model the practice of self-care to our students and colleagues authentically to promote practices that ultimately contribute to safer and healthier schools and communities.

PROACTIVE Self-Care is the most EFFECTIVE Self-Care

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"Remember, when self-care is most effectively practiced, it isn’t just in response to stressful experiences, and it isn’t about waiting to practice self-care until the summer when you’re off work or less busy. Practicing self-care is a year-round necessity." Jacqueline Zeller, Ph.D. The Ethics of Self-Care, 2018

Personal Self-Care Strategy 1 : Nourish my Body

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Replace foods and beverages that lead to fatigue, pain, and negative feelings or behaviors with an Anti Inflammatory Diet, or Mediterranean Diet.

Personal Self-Care Strategy 2 : Nourish my Mind

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Replace negative thoughts and feelings by focusing on Gratitude, specifically implementing daily 3-2-1 journal method.