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This series is titled “Helpers Helping Helpers”. This series attempts to gain clarity and resolve the possible reasons for the lack of self-care observed in the Health Care Professions. This article will explore the need for this series and focus in on key terms that require explanation. The ultimate goal here is to raise collective consciousness regarding the challenges that Health Care Professionals face both inside and outside of their professions; with the hopes of reducing burnout and improving the overall quality of life of Helpers.

After making a major move to the West coast I realized that my desire to learn has been my saving grace. It got me thinking about the best experiences that I have had as a student and a pre-mature “learner”. Specifically my experiences with what I will call a “career hero”; as in someone who helps us define/re-define our passions and are responsible in part for the outcomes we benefit from today.

This is a recurring post that attempts to answer the questions that I, and other counselors had when we first started in the field. I have asked new counselors to tell me what they are concerned with; also feel free to ask a question in the comments section. I sincerely hope this helps. Question: Am I dooming myself to a life of poverty and stress?

“They say love hurts but I know its gonna take real work.” -Beyonce “Love On Top” song Listening to Beyonce’s love on top song got me thinking about healthy relationships and how they are depicted in popular culture. I often think that certain love songs paint love as this effortless endeavor and are fluffy and…

The mind is an amazing instrument. In many ways it is a time traveler. Your mind is able to speed forward to what you have to do in an hour and then recall vividly what happened to you one year ago. Often times, when juggling different hats like busy student, parent, friend, and employee we…