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Compassion fatigue in early childhood educators
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Compassion fatigue in early childhood educators
Alma Hernandez replied 1 month, 1 week ago 248 Members · 929 Replies
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Azucena C
MemberMarch 29, 2024 at 1:30 amParents and caregivers who provide nurturing stable relationships to children who have experienced early adversity support their healthy brain development and contribute to their social emotional and physical well being .
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realizing the situation communicating an knowing the situation an having a supportive network.
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Sarah
MemberMarch 29, 2024 at 2:36 pmTake a break and go for a walk. Talk to a trusted friend or colleague.
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Vladyslav
MemberMarch 29, 2024 at 6:58 pmTo manage compassion fatigue, as an early childhood learning provider, I prioritize acknowledging and accepting my feelings without judgment. I establish clear boundaries between my work and personal life, reflecting on my personal boundaries and needs. Additionally, taking regular breaks to rest and recharge throughout the day is essential for maintaining my overall well-being and effectiveness in providing quality care to children.
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To manage compassion fatigue, as an early childhood learning provider, I prioritize acknowledging and accepting my feelings without judgment. I establish clear boundaries between my work and personal life, reflecting on my personal boundaries and needs. Additionally, taking regular breaks to rest and recharge throughout the day is essential for maintaining my overall well-being and effectiveness in providing quality care to children.
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Erin
MemberMarch 30, 2024 at 4:38 pmJournaling and writing about my own life, even when I’m feeling a downturn in empathy can help remind me of my capacity for care. The inward turn brings me back to my own human frailties and helps me appreciate those of the children and adults around me.
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Nicole Huy
MemberApril 1, 2024 at 2:59 amStepping away and taking a break can help with compassion fatigue.
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Joan Peters
MemberApril 4, 2024 at 6:35 pmGood communication with peers is helpful
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Allison
MemberApril 4, 2024 at 11:09 pmBe open with co-workers, ask them if they can step in or if you can step out. If needed maybe contact the director. If there is no outlet then try your best till someone can come relieve you
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emily
MemberApril 5, 2024 at 5:57 amdiscuss with peers and ask them if they have any suggestions on how to get out of the rut
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natalie
MemberApril 7, 2024 at 4:02 amAs an early childhood learning provider, What do you do when you start feeling compassion fatigue?
As an early childhood learning provider it would be important to create a strong network to collaborate with, when feeling compassion fatigue. It would also be very important to do some breathing techniques.
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Annalise
MemberApril 9, 2024 at 4:07 amTake breaks and check in with co-workers for support.
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Abigail Stidham
MemberApril 11, 2024 at 6:15 pmI start by taking a deep breath and then remember that the student isn’t the issue. I talk about it with peers without student around.
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- Take breaks: Rest and recharge throughout the day.
- Practice self-care: Do things that relax and energize you.
- Seek support: Talk to friends or colleagues about how you’re feeling.
You can also set boundaries which will help to protect your peace.
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Jodi Lacer
MemberApril 14, 2024 at 2:10 amWhen I start feeling compassion burn out, I stop and think about all the things that make me happy. My children are one of them. I think about all the things that they have learned and to see their faces when they understand a concept is the greatest feeling and makes me happier and refreshed.