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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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Jennifer McGarvey
MemberMay 7, 2024 at 4:29 amTalk to my coworkers or friends about how I’m feeling
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Sonny
MemberMay 8, 2024 at 4:58 pmAllow yourself to rely on your own support network. Talk with family, friends, coworkers, a therapist. Set reasonable boundaries with your employer and with the families in your care.
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Kaitlin Hudspeth
MemberMay 8, 2024 at 11:32 pmHaving open-communication about what’s has been happening or getting ideas from leaders or peers on how to handle the situation accordingly.
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Recognize and acknowledge my feelings. Seeking support is a very helpful one, often talking to colleagues helps relieve guidance.
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Bethany Greenwood
MemberMay 12, 2024 at 2:19 amHave conversations with others around you.
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When I start feeling compassion fatigue, I can take a break and not think about work at all. Instead, I can do relaxing activities such as meditation, processing such as journaling, and focus on things that make me happy such as talking with friends or hobbies. I can also talk with my supervisor and coworkers since they understand the nature of the work.
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Serena Lopez Mendoza
MemberMay 16, 2024 at 2:36 amI take time for self-care, spending time with my loved ones makes me feel better. Talking to my coworkers about my feelings will help how I am feeling, and taking breaks throughout the day.
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sasikala
MemberMay 17, 2024 at 7:48 pmMaintain a good relationship with co-worker, so when your in low or in a bad mood they will be there for you to relive your stress
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María H
MemberMay 17, 2024 at 9:00 pmLa buena comunicación entre los compañeros de trabajo es fundamental porque sirve de apoyo en un momento de stress, cansancio o fatiga que se pueda tener, te ayuda a drenar la frustración, la tristeza o cualquier otro sentimiento que te genere stress, también haciendo actividades al aire libre, tomar respiraciones profundas por unos cuantos minutos ayuda, hacer yoga en el tiempo libre es una buena herramienta para calmar situaciones de stress que se pueden estar expuesto a diario.
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When I start feeling that burnout, I’ve learned to listen to my body and mind. Taking a breather is key—maybe I’ll step outside for some fresh air or indulge in my favorite hobby for a bit. Chatting with my colleagues helps too; just knowing we’re all in this together can be a real comfort. And hey, treating myself to a good meal or some quality Netflix time doesn’t hurt either.
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Amudha Alagarsamy
MemberMay 18, 2024 at 1:59 pmHere are a few strategies you might consider to help reduce compassion fatigue and improve resiliency:
- Establish heathy boundaries.
- Engage in daily self-care.
- Allow for adequate sleep.
- Engage in positive self-talk.
- Take frequent breaks throughout the day.
- Invest in a gratitude journal.
- Exercise for 30 minutes each day.
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Diana Marcela Salcedo
MemberMay 20, 2024 at 7:23 pmrelajarme y pensar que en cualquier momento a todos nos puede pasar eso y saber que si no sabemos sortearlo y sobrepasar esas etapas se puede convertir en un estres cronico
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Sequoia Steimle
MemberMay 21, 2024 at 5:36 amIt’s so important to have a supportive community of people that can pour into you while you are pouring into the children, having someone to lean on when you are feeling compassion fatigue is a good thing to look for. Also taking time to self care.
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Rachelle
MemberMay 22, 2024 at 4:30 pmTry to take some time at home to give care and acknowledgment to your own feelings and stress. Talk to someone about what’s going on who you know will listen and be non judgemental. Treat yourself the way you would treat a friend who’s going through the same thing.
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lalitha
MemberMay 24, 2024 at 5:09 amWhen I start to experience these feelings, I make sure to give myself a break from the current situation, and to do things that I enjoy. Even if I can only take few minutes away from the class, I will sit in a quiet space, and listen soft music or watch my surroundings like trees , vehicles ,homes etc, I will make sure to then go home that day and continue to participate in activities I take joy in.