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What are effective ways to prevent compassion fatigue in peer support practice?

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Compassion fatigue is a term that describes the emotional and physical exhaustion that can affect peer support workers who constantly empathize with the suffering of others. It can lead to burnout, reduced effectiveness, and increased stress. Peer support is a valuable and rewarding practice, but it also requires self-care and resilience to prevent compassion fatigue. In this article, you will learn some effective ways to prevent compassion fatigue in peer support practice.

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Arthur Muriuki MBPsS

Consulting Psychologist I Mediator I Behavioral Analyst I
Monica Borschel, Ph.D.

Registered Psychology Associate California 94028553
Shyam Seevaratnam

Senior Recruitment Consultant at Construction Recruitment Services LTD

1 Identify your signs and triggers

Compassion fatigue can manifest differently for each person, depending on their personality, background, and coping skills. Some common signs are feeling overwhelmed, irritable, detached, hopeless, or numb. You may also experience physical symptoms such as headaches, insomnia, fatigue, or illness. To prevent compassion fatigue, you need to be aware of your own signs and triggers, and monitor your emotional and physical well-being regularly. You can use a journal, a checklist, or a self-assessment tool to track your feelings and symptoms.

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Shyam Seevaratnam

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"Compassion fatigue is a term that describes the emotional and physical exhaustion that can affect peer support workers who constantly empathize with the suffering of others" Forced compassion fatigue is another cause; incessant posturing of others who EXPECT YOU to constantly empathize with the suffering of others and then demand you take action because of something they posture to care about That is a huge bugbear for me, especially when they make excuses for not getting involved themselves. This causes emotional burn out far quicker.

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2 Set healthy boundaries

Peer support is based on mutual trust, respect, and understanding, but it also requires setting healthy boundaries to protect yourself and the people you support. Boundaries are the limits you set on what you are willing and able to do, how much time and energy you can devote, and what topics or situations you are comfortable with. To prevent compassion fatigue, you need to communicate your boundaries clearly and respectfully, and stick to them. You can use assertive language, say no when needed, and refer people to other resources when appropriate.

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Arthur Muriuki MBPsS

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Be clear and concise on what your role is and the limits of your engagement with them. Express expected outcomes if and when these limits are reached, tested or breached. Be open and formal in approach to the support. Avoid casualness in these matters. Differentiate between socials and peer support engagements. Respond with feedback as soon as is expected and clarify issues referencing the agreed terms of engagement.

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3 Practice self-compassion

Self-compassion is the ability to treat yourself with kindness, care, and forgiveness, especially when you are facing challenges or difficulties. It is not selfish or indulgent, but rather a way of acknowledging your humanity and your needs. To prevent compassion fatigue, you need to practice self-compassion regularly, and give yourself permission to rest, relax, and recharge. You can use positive affirmations, meditation, mindfulness, or other techniques that help you calm your mind and soothe your emotions.

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4 Seek social support

Social support is the network of people who provide you with emotional, practical, or informational help when you need it. It can include your family, friends, colleagues, peers, mentors, or professionals. To prevent compassion fatigue, you need to seek social support regularly, and share your feelings, thoughts, and experiences with people who understand and appreciate you. You can use phone calls, messages, video chats, or face-to-face meetings to connect with your support network, and ask for help when you need it.

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Monica Borschel, Ph.D.

Registered Psychology Associate California 94028553
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Compassion fatigue is like pouring out all the water in your cup while hiking in the desert. Understanding when you are almost out of water is the best time to decompress. Everyone has a unique journey in this life. We can not physically remove someone's pain and make it our own. Honoring the other person's pain and journey as their own helps to put things in perspective. Work environments can also be supportive by offering ways to debrief and connect with each other. You might also feel like you are taking care of everyone and no one is taking care of you. Find ways to care for yourself and to ask for care.

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5 Engage in meaningful activities

Meaningful activities are the things that give you a sense of purpose, joy, or fulfillment in life. They can include hobbies, interests, passions, goals, or values. To prevent compassion fatigue, you need to engage in meaningful activities regularly, and balance your work and personal life. You can use a schedule, a planner, or a reminder to make time for yourself and the things that matter to you. You can also use gratitude, reflection, or celebration to acknowledge your achievements and contributions.

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6 Learn and grow

Learning and growing are the processes of acquiring new knowledge, skills, or perspectives that can enhance your personal and professional development. They can include formal or informal education, training, coaching, mentoring, or feedback. To prevent compassion fatigue, you need to learn and grow regularly, and challenge yourself to improve your peer support practice. You can use books, podcasts, webinars, courses, or workshops to learn new things, or seek feedback, supervision, or evaluation to grow from your experiences.

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7 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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