Episodes

  • From Compassion Fatigue to Compassion Satisfaction with Dr. Mike Dicks

    From Compassion Fatigue to Compassion Satisfaction with Dr. Mike Dicks
    Jun 11 2021
    Risk factors for developing compassion fatigue, burnout, and traumatic stress The Professional Quality of Life Scale (access https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/dfc1e1a0-a1db-4456-9391-18746725179b/downloads/ProQOL_5_English_Self-Score.pdf?ver=1622777390411 (here)) Secondary traumatic stress Euthanasia and suicide Compassion fatigue in middle age Dr. Dicks' struggle with burnout and compassion fatigue Knowing your own limits and having boundaries Developing compassion satisfaction For more compassion fatigue resources visit https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com (https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com)
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    24 mins
  • Creating Healthy Boundaries

    Creating Healthy Boundaries
    Jun 4 2021
    What is a boundary? Types of boundaries Soft, rigid, and healthy boundaries Tips for creating healthy boundaries For more compassion fatigue resources visit https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com (https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com)
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    17 mins
  • Organizational Compassion Fatigue and Burnout

    Organizational Compassion Fatigue and Burnout
    May 28 2021
    What is organizational compassion fatigue? Contributing factors and risk factors. The consequences of organizational compassion fatigue. The importance of community and teamwork. How to reduce/manage organizational compassion fatigue and burnout. For more compassion fatigue resources visit https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com (https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com).
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    11 mins
  • What is Secondary Traumatic Stress?

    What is Secondary Traumatic Stress?
    May 21 2021
    The difference between primary and secondary, or vicarious, trauma. How secondary traumatic stress contributes to compassion fatigue. Types of trauma in animal protection work. Symptoms of secondary traumatic stress. How The Compassion Fatigue Couch Membership Site can help. Get 50% off your individual membership: https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com/offers/G5siFBzU/checkout (https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com/offers/G5siFBzU/checkout) Get 50% off your group membership (includes unlimited staff/volunteers): https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com/offers/j7vY2ZLP/checkout (https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com/offers/j7vY2ZLP/checkout) For more compassion fatigue resources visit https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com (https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com)
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    10 mins
  • Ten Tips for Finding a Great Therapist

    Ten Tips for Finding a Great Therapist
    May 14 2021
    May is National Mental Health Awareness Month! The difference between coaches, therapists, and psychiatrists Top tips for finding a great therapist Where to find your therapist For more compassion fatigue resources visit https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com (https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com)
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    17 mins
  • Got Compassion Fatigue? Walk It Off!

    Got Compassion Fatigue? Walk It Off!
    May 7 2021
    May is National Walking Month! The mental benefits of walking. How walking can help with symptoms of compassion fatigue. When, where, and how long? Start small and work your way up! For more compassion fatigue resources visit https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com (https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com)
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    7 mins
  • A Deeper Dive into Compassion Fatigue

    A Deeper Dive into Compassion Fatigue
    Apr 30 2021
    What causes compassion fatigue? Compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma Secondary traumatic stress Occupational burnout The difference between pain and suffering How the fight or flight system impacts compassion fatigue How to trigger a relaxation response Self-care For more compassion fatigue resources visit https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com (https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com)
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    12 mins
  • Are You Ready to Manage Compassion Fatigue?

    Are You Ready to Manage Compassion Fatigue?
    Apr 30 2021
    The Stages of Change Model: precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, and relapse Top tips for progressing through the stages For more compassion fatigue resources visit https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com (https://www.compassionfatiguecouch.com)
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    11 mins