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How do you prioritize self-care in your organization?

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Self-care is not a luxury, but a necessity for social workers who face high levels of stress, trauma, and burnout in their daily work. However, self-care is not only an individual responsibility, but also an organizational one. How can you and your colleagues create a culture of self-care in your organization? Here are some tips to help you prioritize your well-being and support each other.

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1 Assess your needs

The first step to prioritize self-care is to identify your own needs and challenges. What are the sources of stress and burnout in your work? How do they affect your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health? What are your strengths and coping skills? What are your goals and values? You can use self-assessment tools, such as the Professional Quality of Life Scale or the Self-Care Assessment Worksheet, to help you reflect on these questions and plan your self-care strategies.

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Accessing your needs is an important aspect of self-care in social work practice. Reflecting on my tenure as a psychotherapist, I can't underscore enough the importance of prioritizing self-care within an organization. For me, it was about more than just taking my allocated PTO, it was about open dialogue with my supervisor regarding burnout, leaning on my colleagues for support, and creating boundaries to protect my personal time. Prioritizing self-care fostered a healthier work place environment and increased overall productivity, demonstrating that self-care is not just beneficial for individuals, but also essential for the organization as a whole.

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2 Set boundaries

Another important aspect of self-care is setting healthy boundaries with your clients, colleagues, supervisors, and yourself. Boundaries help you protect your time, energy, and resources, and prevent you from taking on too much or getting overwhelmed. Some examples of boundaries are: saying no to requests that are beyond your scope or capacity, delegating tasks when possible, asking for help when needed, limiting your work hours and availability, and avoiding work-related discussions or activities during your personal time.

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In my journey as a social worker, I've learned that setting boundaries is crucial to self-care. I ensure that I have a dedicated " me-time" outside of work hours, which allows me to recharge and refocus. I also make it a point to communicate clearly about my limits and needs with colleagues and clients. Its not always easy but I remind myself that maintaining these boundaries allows me to serve others more effectively. You can't pour from an empty cup.

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3 Engage in activities

Self-care also involves engaging in activities that nourish your body, mind, and soul. These can be different for everyone, depending on your preferences and interests. Some common examples are: exercising, meditating, reading, writing, gardening, cooking, playing games, listening to music, watching movies, or spending time with loved ones. The key is to find activities that make you feel happy, relaxed, and fulfilled, and to schedule them regularly into your routine.

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Throughout my career, I have engaged in self-care activities that full my soul that go beyond luxury. I make it a point to take walks during breaks, practice mindfulness and ensure that I get enough sleep each night. I also love to read and find that losing myself in a good book is an excellent way to de-stress. These activities help me replenish my energy and maintain the resilience needed in our field. Always remember to care for others, you need to start by caring for yourself.

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4 Seek support

You are not alone in your work or in your self-care journey. You can seek support from various sources, such as your colleagues, supervisors, mentors, friends, family, or professional counselors. Support can take many forms, such as: sharing your experiences and feelings, giving and receiving feedback, learning new skills or perspectives, collaborating on solutions, or simply being there for each other. You can also join or create peer support groups, mentoring programs, or wellness committees in your organization to foster a sense of community and solidarity.

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5 Advocate for change

Finally, self-care also means advocating for change in your organization and in the broader social work system. You can use your voice and influence to raise awareness of the issues and challenges that affect your well-being and the quality of your work. You can also propose or participate in initiatives that promote a positive work environment and a culture of self-care, such as: providing adequate training and supervision, reducing caseloads and workload, increasing flexibility and autonomy, enhancing recognition and rewards, or improving policies and procedures.

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When I was a psychotherapist in an outpatient setting, It was important that I advocate for my needs and for my team. There were times where I stepped up to advocate for more comprehensive self-care strategies within our organization. From pushing for flexible working hours to emphasizing mental health days and regular breaks, I fought for change. I also encouraged open dialogues about stress and mental health, aiming to cultivate an environment where self-are is not an afterthought but an integral part of our work culture. Change begins with us!

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6 Here’s what else to consider

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