Learning about working within the helping professions has brought a number of things to my attention. One of those things is self care and avoiding burnout and compassion fatigue. To avoid these negative symptoms I found that it is necessary to celebrate even the smallest victories made through the therapeutic experience.
During a recent session, I had a client come up to me and thank me for teaching him about glass art. He said that it made him feel like more of an artist and he felt at ease when he entered the studio because he found our sessions relaxing. Although he did not express any emotional or mental breakthrough or self discovery, I was so pleased to hear that his time working with me brought him peace. I know this gentleman has not been dealt the best hand in life and the inner peace he finds working with me is in and of itself a little victory! So, I will celebrate my small victory and know that I have had some positive results in my therapeutic endeavor!
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