by Char Richard | Nov 9, 2016 | A Calmer, Happier, Stress-Free You
Good morning everyone. I purposely stayed off the news and most social media last night and woke up saddened to see the results of the election. I’m still not entirely sure how I feel. I’ve been to the US many many times and have nothing but appreciation...
by Char Richard | Jul 5, 2016 | A Calmer, Happier, Stress-Free You
An open letter to the loved ones of helping professionals… Some of this is going to make sense to you. Some of it might not. If you’re reading this letter it is likely because you have a loved one who is a helping professional. She may be a social worker,...
by Char Richard | Apr 12, 2016 | Compassion Fatigue and Burnout
In 2008, when I was at the height of my compassion fatigue, near burnout, my health was a hot mess. I lived off of coffee and frozen dinners with pop and chocolate bars getting me through the day, before collapsing on the couch the minute I walked in the door. I did...
