Self-Care Padlet-Taking Care of yourself by Flores Griffin

Professional "Take Away"

fgriffin1_1 — 2025-03-29 19:14:31 UTC

After reviewing the resources provided, I realized that self-care is very important. "The Importance of Self-care article really impacted my understanding of self-care. No matter what job you are doing self-care is important. Teachers, factory workers, military, and even oil field workers get burned out. What matters is how you handle it. Like the article said, "Self-care is not a luxury but an ethical mandate". I have learned how stressful being a counselor can be. I am constantly worrying about others and what I can do to help them.

A little me time!

fgriffin1_1 — 2025-03-29 19:26:51 UTC

My self-care time is running and working out. I love getting stronger and being a better person.

Personal Self-Care Strategies

fgriffin1_1 — 2025-03-29 19:33:47 UTC

I have always been an active person. I have never been someone who likes to sit and read. I sometimes wish I was. I work out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning with a group of ladies. We have our own boot camp. We hold each other accountable. In the afternoons when my husband is on his 2-3 week hitch back in West Texas, I go to the gym and lift and do cardio. I love LES Mills classes my gym offers. I make a point to do this. When my husband is home for his 5-6 days, I spend time with him at our lease shooting guns or getting ready for deer season. I have to keep my mind busy. Down time is not good for me, I over think often. Find a workout friend and stay active. Eventually it does not hurt to go, and you find yourself pushing others to workout with you.

Importance of Self-Care in the Helping Profession

fgriffin1_1 — 2025-03-29 19:40:02 UTC

I have learned a lot this year. I know that being a school counselor can be very stressful. I know myself personally has taken so many of my worries home. I think about my students and the teachers. Taking care of yourself is important. If you are not healthy then how can you take care of anyone else.