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How can you help team members recover from compassion fatigue?

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Compassion fatigue is a form of burnout that affects people who work in helping professions, such as emergency management. It occurs when you are exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and suffering, and you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and detached from your work and emotions. Compassion fatigue can impair your mental and physical health, your performance, and your relationships. Fortunately, there are ways to help yourself and your team members recover from compassion fatigue and prevent it from happening again. Here are some tips to follow.

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1 Recognize the signs

If you’re feeling irritable, anxious, depressed, or numb; having difficulty sleeping, concentrating, or making decisions; losing interest in your work or hobbies; isolating yourself from others or avoiding emotional contact; having intrusive thoughts or nightmares about your work or clients; or experiencing physical symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, or illness, these are all signs of compassion fatigue. It’s important to acknowledge that you have it and that you need help. Do not ignore these signs or blame yourself - they are normal reactions to abnormal situations and indicate that you need to take care of yourself.

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Nicola Rogers
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Take care of yourself to better care for others. Recognise the signs of compassion fatigue, and don't hesitate to seek support or take breaks when needed. We're in this together, and self-care is essential for our collective well-being. ?? #TeamSupport #SelfCare"

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Brad Iseminger, MPA

Vulnerability Assessment Specialist, Critical Infrastructure Unit, Delaware Information and Analysis Center, Delaware State Police
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Acknowledge and validate their feelings. Encourage open communication and provide a safe space to express emotions. Promote self-care by emphasizing the importance of breaks and time off. Offer resources for counseling or peer support. Foster a culture of mutual support within the team. Rotate responsibilities to distribute emotional burden. Provide training on stress management and resilience. Implement regular debriefing sessions. Encourage hobbies and activities outside of work. Monitor workload and adjust as needed to prevent burnout. Lead by example in practicing self-compassion and self-care. Continuously assess team members' well-being and adjust support accordingly.

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Brett Forsythe

Owner @ FCI LLC | Security, Fence, Gates, Automation, and Infrastructure Services
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We often praise the dedication of those in helping professions, like emergency management. There's a silent challenge many face - Compassion Fatigue. It's like running out of emotional steam after being surrounded by stress and trauma. Imagine feeling so drained that you detach from work and emotions. Sounds tough, right? So, what is compassion fatigue in simple terms? Think of it as emotional exhaustion. Just as a car needs fuel, our hearts and minds need rest and rejuvenation. Awareness: Recognize the signs. Feeling overwhelmed or constantly tired? Self-care: Prioritize breaks. Listen to music, take walks, or even meditate. Let’s support each other and ensure we’re emotionally refueled to continue the invaluable work we do!

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Nicola Rogers
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Compassion fatigue is a real struggle for many, especially in fields where empathy is a key component. Remember to care for yourself too, because your well-being matters. ?? #CompassionFatigue #SelfCare

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2 Seek professional support

Compassion fatigue can be a serious condition that requires professional intervention. If you or your team members are struggling with compassion fatigue, seek help from a qualified mental health provider, such as a therapist, counselor, or psychologist. They can help you cope with your emotions, process your trauma, and develop healthy coping skills. They can also refer you to other resources, such as support groups, workshops, or online programs, that can help you recover from compassion fatigue.

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3 Practice self-care

Self-care is essential for recovering from compassion fatigue and maintaining your well-being. Taking care of your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual needs is paramount. Examples of self-care include getting enough sleep and rest, eating well and staying hydrated, exercising regularly and staying active, meditating, praying, or doing yoga, spending time with family and friends, engaging in hobbies and interests, setting boundaries and saying no, and asking for help and delegating tasks. Make self-care a priority by scheduling it into your daily routine. Additionally, encourage your team members to practice self-care and support each other in doing so.

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Cath Kane

Empowerment Consultant | Relational Resilience Specialist | Transformation Facilitator
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Post pandemic, burnout in many professions is exponentially high. Self care has become a buzz word. What is it? Self-care is defined as 'the practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health'. Therefore it requires us to take action. Here's the pinch - under continuous, intense periods of fear, pressure and distress, self-care becomes something else on our 'to do' list that won't get done. This adds to feelings such as overwhelm. What does work? For individuals, create a deeper connection to Self through compassion; less 'doing' and more 'being'. Be drawn to the sensation rather focus on the 'to do' list. For organisations, embed wellbeing into culture. Create infrastructures that enable 'Sacred Pauses' daily.

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4 Create a positive work environment

The work environment can have a great influence on your and your team's recovery from compassion fatigue. To create a positive work environment, it's important to foster trust, respect, communication, and collaboration. This includes providing adequate training, supervision, feedback, and recognition for your work. To promote a positive work environment, you should communicate openly and honestly with your team and leaders, share challenges and successes, give and receive constructive feedback and praise, participate in team-building activities and social events, celebrate achievements and milestones, seek opportunities for learning and growth, and advocate for your needs and rights. By doing so, it can help you and your team feel valued, supported, and motivated while reducing the risk of compassion fatigue.

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5 Reconnect with your purpose

Compassion fatigue can make you lose sight of why you chose to work in emergency management and what you hope to accomplish. To recover from this condition, it is important to reconnect with your purpose and passion for your work. You can do this by reminding yourself of your mission and vision, reflecting on your values and goals, writing a personal statement or manifesto, reviewing your achievements and impact, seeking inspiration from mentors, role models, or stories, and exploring new ways to contribute or serve. Rekindling your sense of meaning, fulfillment, and motivation can help you overcome compassion fatigue. Additionally, these tips can help you and your team members prevent it from happening again while also enhancing resilience, performance, and satisfaction in the workplace and life.

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Nicola Rogers
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"Feeling lost? Take a moment to reconnect with your purpose. Understanding your 'why' can light the way. ?? Reflect: Take time to think about what truly excites and motivates you. What activities or causes make you to feel alive? Set Goals: Define clear goals that align with your passions and values. Having objectives can give your life direction. Seek Inspiration: Read, watch, or talk to people who inspire you. Experiment: Don't be afraid to try new things. Sometimes, discovering your purpose involves exploring different interests. Practice Gratitude: Regularly acknowledge the things you're grateful for. Remember, finding your purpose is an ongoing process. It's about self-discovery and growth. ?? #PurposeDiscovery

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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