Now that we’ve discussed burnout, secondary traumatic stress, and compassion fatigue, it’s time to learn more about how to take care of yourself! We will break down a lot of these ideas next week, but today’s blog is focused on…
Over time, stress, burnout, potentially secondary traumatic stress, can all add up and turn into compassion fatigue, especially in healthcare professionals and first responders. Secondary traumatic stress (STS) and compassion fatigue share many symptoms, but they are not the same,…
Definition of Secondary Traumatic Stress Psychology Professor Charles Figley, who named Secondary Traumatic Stress (STS), define it as “the natural behaviors and emotions resulting from knowing about traumatizing events experienced by another.” Healthcare workers and first responders have an increase…
Burnout Definition Prolonged and built up stress can lead to several conditions, including burnout, which is defined by the Minnesota Department of Health as “feelings of extreme exhaustion and being overwhelmed”. Warning Signs The Minnesota Department of Health also offered…
Healthcare workers have experienced extreme stress throughout the pandemic and as the world moves in to year three of COVID-19, it is important for practitioners to be aware of their own needs. You spend day in and day out being…
As 2021 comes to a close and many are beginning to focus on what 2022 will bring, it is important to celebrate New Year’s Eve safely and set your sights on a Healthy New Year! New Year’s Traditions from Around…
Kwanzaa is a seven-day African celebration based around seven principles and featuring agricultural harvest festivals. These seven principles, Nguzo Saba, according to Amplify Africa, “inspire Black people to be united, self-determined, accountable for their communities, financially invested in Black-owned businesses,…
Christmas is a special time for so many people around the world and is often filled with family, food and sometimes presents. But, having a Healthy Christmas is not usually the focus as we indulge in festive feasts. This blog…
While many people thrive through the winter seasons between the holidays and the abundance of winter activities, but thousands of people struggle with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). What is SAD? SAD is a specific type of depression that is linked…
Hanukkah, or Chanukah, is the eight-day Jewish Festival of Lights that usually falls in November or December. This blog will offer insight into the history of the holiday, traditional activities, and COVID-friendly suggestions to make sure it is a Healthy…