Mental Health can impact anyone at anytime!
People in the helping professions like Doctors, First Responders, Psychologists, Social Workers, and other helpers are at an increased risk of mental illness. A psychologist on CBC radio reported that 1 in 4 doctors have reported that they have had burnout and depression. This number is only representative of reported cases. Indeed, that number is likely much higher.
These professions are the ones that “take care” of others. “I must be there for my patients”. The belief within these communities is that they would be able to take care of themselves right? This statement could not be further from the truth.
Everyone needs support and space to process and heal. Being open to your own personal healing is one of the greatest gifts healers can give their patients! When we are feeling complete and whole then we are able to show up fully for patients, clients or others that look to you for support.
It should no longer okay for these healers to have to go it alone. Some of the stories they hear, or the scenes that they witness would of course cause trauma to occur. When we hear the word trauma the belief is that it must be due to physical, mental or emotional abuse. Indeed, these things absolutely cause trauma. There are also traumas that can occur last week, yesterday or today.
Remember everyone is out in the world doing the best they can given their life circumstances.
Everyone – even the ones that take care of others need support!