049: A Collective Perspective on Self-Care with Vicki Enns and Marwa Fadol

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🌟 Embark on a transformative journey of self-care with Vicki Enns and Marwa Fadol in our latest soul-stirring podcast episode! 🌟

Step off the relentless treadmill of personal and professional growth that often leads us perilously close to burnout. Dive deep into a riveting conversation that redefines self-care from a solitary endeavor into a shared, vibrant pursuit of well-being.

In their groundbreaking book, "Self Care Transformed," Vicki and Marwa debunk the tired clichés of bubble baths and scented candles, steering us towards a more inclusive and holistic approach. Imagine a world where self-care is not an isolated act but a communal symphony of actions, nurturing our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health in unison.

Discover through their compelling research and heartfelt narratives how interconnected our well-being truly is. Learn to view wellness not as segmented parts but as a harmonious whole, where neglecting one aspect can ripple through our entire being. Vicki and Marwa urge us to adopt proactive, preventative strategies, weaving self-care seamlessly into the fabric of our daily lives.

Delve into the power of vulnerability and the transformative effect it has on how we perceive and practice self-care. As Marwa poignantly reminds us, acknowledging when we're struggling opens doors to conversations and connections, fostering an atmosphere of collective support and wellness.

Vicki connects the dots to the crucial role of safe, supportive workspaces that encourage openness and vulnerability. Imagine an organization where discussing mental health is not taboo but a welcomed dialogue, creating a thriving environment for everyone's well-being.

In this compelling episode, Vicki and Marwa invite you to join a movement of collective self-care. Their call to action is clear: weave self-care into your daily life, embrace it as a community endeavor, and elevate your well-being and resilience.

🎧 Are you ready to revolutionize your approach to self-care and embrace it as a collective journey? Tune in to be inspired, share your insights after listening, and let's foster a world where self-care is everyone's business!

#SelfCareRevolution #CollectiveWellness #TransformativeSelfCare #HolisticHealth

Marwa is a Registered Psychologist in Alberta with over 15 years of counseling experience. Marwa has also been a trainer with the Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI) for 7 years, and is a contributing author to their 2021 book Counselling in Relationships. Marwa is passionate about helping people from diverse backgrounds engage in the counseling process in a safe and inclusive manner.

Vicki is an individual, couple and family therapist. She has a private practice in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Vicki has worked for many years as a trainer and mentor for other counsellors and helping professionals and is the former Clinical Director of CTRI. . She is the author of Gratitude and Grit: A Journal for Growing Resilience, the editor and a contributing author of Counselling Insights and Counselling in Relationships books, and co-author of A Little Book About Trauma-Informed Workplaces. Most recently Vicki - together with Marwa Fadol - has co-authored Self-Care Transformed: A Place for Meaning, Joy, and Community in the Helping Professions. Vicki is also the host of the CTRI’s Counselling Insights Podcast.

We talk about:

• [0:00] Intro

• [5:18] Why they wanted to write this book together

• [9:58] Is burnout inevitable when it comes to work?

• [12:57] Why they focused on self care vs. wellness

• [24:10] Is there one part of the wellness wheel that is more depleting?

• [28:29] Explaining their Collectivist approach to things

• [33:39] Suggestions for how people can create a community of wellness and self care

• [39:32] How can we sit in discomfort even if we're not trained professionals

• [43:31] Where people can find their book

• [44:25] Ending each chapter with an invitation to take a break and settle the nervous system

• [48:34] Rapid fire questions

Join Vicki, Marwa and I for this conversation, as we talk about the essential role self care plays in our overall health and nervous system regulation. You can find the full transcript of our conversation on my website, along with more information about them and their work.

Thank you for being a part of my podcast community, and remember to stay tuned for more inspiring episodes to come!

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Connect with Marwa

• Instagram: www.instagram.com/marwafadol

• www.lanternpsychology.ca

Connect with Vicki

• The book: www.ctrinstitute.com/product/self-care-transformed/

• Podcast: www.ctrinstitute.com/podcast/

• Free Handouts: www.ctrinstitute.com/resources/self-care-transformed-handouts/

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