Self-Care Reflections by Raymond Schultz

Professional Take Away

sschultz6_1 — 2024-10-25 13:53:56 UTC

The most compelling information that I internalized from these resources was how self-care is an inherently ethical, irreplaceable component of successfully working in a helping career. Far too often, I have seen overworking oneself to the point of burnout being normalized and even moralized; these resources are a sobering reminder of the damage that perspective can inflict.

Self-Care in Helping Professions

sschultz6_1 — 2024-10-25 14:08:36 UTC

To be a successful helping professional, it is necessary to act with sound judgement, awareness, and empathy--qualities that are all negatively impacted by burnout. Self-care is crucial because it allows helping professionals to avoid burnout by replenishing them before they reach the point of emotional/physical depletion impacting their ability to safely and effectively perform their job duties.

Personal Self-Care Strategies

sschultz6_1 — 2024-10-25 14:14:39 UTC

One of the most helpful self-care techniques I have found for myself is spending unstructured time in nature, especially when I am able to share this experience with people I love. My personal self-care strategy will be to schedule at least one weekly outing to a beautiful outdoor location with my loved ones. During this time, my only objective will be mindful connection with the natural world and those around me.

sschultz6_1 — 2024-10-25 14:19:03 UTC