Have you ever noticed how you feel after spending time outdoors? Did you know that there are actually health benefits of time in nature? In our super busy, technology-driven world finding solace in the natural wonders that surround us has…
Improve Nutrition when you don’t have time.
How to improve nutrition can feel difficult for Social Workers. Finding the time to eat healthily can be a challenge when you are busy. Between work, school, family, and social obligations, it can feel like there are never enough hours…
A joyful life, 15 habits to try in 2024
What does it mean to live a more joyful life? By definition, Joy means ‘Great Pleasure’ and ‘Happiness’. But, what does that actually mean…for you? It is a subjective feeling, what brings you joy might be completely different to your…
Therapy for caseworkers and Social Workers
Are you a caseworker or Social Worker and wondering whether you should have your own personal therapy? Well, you are not alone…whilst in the past it was a bit taboo to talk about our own ‘stuff’, it is becoming quite…
Professional growth: Coaching and Supervision for Women in Social Work
In today’s blog, I’m exploring the differences between Coaching and Supervision and providing an overview of the benefits they offer to women working in the human services sector. Drawing from personal experiences as both a recipient and a provider of…
Spiritual self-care: What is it and how to include it in your life
As women working in the helping profession, we are used to living amongst chaos! This is what prompted me to write about the importance of holistic self care. Todays bog article focuses on the last of the five main components…
Mental self-care: 4 strategies you can use to enhance cognitive wellness
Todays blog post focuses on a component of holistic self-care, that being mental self-care. I see emotional and mental self-care as different concepts, although the two are often intertwined. For the purpose of todays blog, I am going to focus…
Emotional self-care: What is it and 5 ways to include it in your life
A holistic self-care regime includes many facets. Todays blog article will focus on the importance of emotional self-care. I will outline 5 ways in which you can try incorporating emotional self-care into your life today. The list is not exhaustive,…
7 ways to incorporate Physical self-care into your life
In our busy lives in the helping professions, self-care often takes a backseat. In my previous article, I spoke about the importance of holistic self care as professionals in Social Work, etc. But, I thought it might be worth spending…
Battling ‘Imposter Syndrome’ in Social Work
Imposter syndrome is a common experience felt by people across various professions, and Social Workers are no exception. Despite the profound impact on society, Social Workers often find themselves living with self-doubt, questioning their abilities, and feeling like imposters in…
7 signs of burnout in Social Work
Burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by long-term involvement in emotionally demanding situations. It can affect social workers at any stage of their careers, and recognising the signs of burnout is critical to being able…
Introducing Ayurveda for Social Workers
As part of a holistic self care regime, doing some experimentation with Ayurveda may prove helpful for Social Workers and other case workers and counsellors in the helping/healing profession. I hadn’t heard of Ayurveda before I started studying my holistic…