Trauma stewardship an everyday guide to caring for self while caring for others

Lipsky, Laura van Dernoot.

Trauma stewardship an everyday guide to caring for self while caring for others [electronic resource] : - San Francisco, CA : Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2009. - 1 online resource (xviii, 264 pages) : illustrations (some color). - A BK life book . - BK life book. .

Includes bibliographical references (pages 247-254) and index.

A new vision for our collective work -- The three levels of trauma stewardship -- What is trauma exposure response? -- The 16 warning signs of trauma exposure response -- New ways to navigate -- Coming into the present moment -- Following the five directions -- North : creating space for inquiry -- East : choosing our focus -- South : building compassion and community -- West : finding balance -- The fifth direction : a daily practice of centering ourselves -- Conclusion : Closing intention.

Offers a look at the many ways the stress of dealing with trauma manifests itself: feelings of helplessness and hopelessness, diminished creativity, chronic exhaustion, cynicism, and more. This title presents a variety of simple practices that enable us to look carefully at our reactions and motivations and discover sources of energy and renewal.

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Caregivers.
Caregivers--Health and hygiene.
Caregivers--psychology.
Secondary traumatic stress.
Burn out (Psychology)--Prevention.
Social workers--Job stress.
Counselors--Job stress.
Psychotherapists--Job stress.
Emergency medical personnel--Job stress.
Medical personnel--Job stress.
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