Warning Signs of Depletion

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Companion Slides

Early signs, danger zone, and recovery steps — the oxygen mask principle.

Key Concepts

  • Early signs: irritability, cynicism, dreading work, sleep changes
  • Danger zone: numbness, isolation, substance use, intrusive thoughts
  • The oxygen mask principle: you first, then others
  • Regular self-assessment as an ongoing practice
  • Giving yourself permission to take a break

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Module 5: Caring for the Helper

Burnout, compassion fatigue, vicarious trauma, warning signs, and building a sustainable self-care practice.

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Building Your Self-Care Plan

Five domains of self-care: physical, emotional, relational, spiritual, professional.