Jennifer Mixon

Domestic Abuse Recovery Journal

Jennifer Mixon

  • Stress & Anxiety Management with Dr. Michele Vecchione Finneran

Stress & Anxiety Management with Dr. Michele Vecchione Finneran

Sunday 18th February 2024

Discover strategies for managing stress and burnout with Dr. Michele Vecchione Finneran in 'Domestic Abuse Recovery Journal'. Learn practical tools for resilience.
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Domestic Abuse Recovery Journal
Author:
Jennifer Mixon
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Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Stress Survival: Dr. Michele Vecchione Finneran's Guide to Managing Burnout

Episode Overview

  • Dr. Vecchione delves into the interconnected nature of thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
  • She distinguishes between stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue, advocating for early detection.
  • Practical tools for addressing burnout are discussed, from physical movement to mindfulness practices.
  • The episode highlights the challenges faced by service providers and first responders, shedding light on the psychological and physiological symptoms of compassion fatigue.
  • Dr. Vecchione's holistic approach promotes resilience and self-awareness, offering insights into managing chronic toxic stress.
It's important to know the distinct difference between stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue while helping in your profession. Stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue form a continuum of severity, each requiring unique strategies for prevention and treatment.
Feeling overwhelmed by stress and burnout? You're not alone. In this episode of 'Domestic Abuse Recovery Journal', Dr. Michele Vecchione Finneran dives deep into the murky waters of chronic toxic stress. Drawing from her extensive experience in cognitive behavioural therapy, Dr. Vecchione breaks down the complex relationships between our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. She shares insights from her latest book, 'The Compassion Conundrum', focusing on the unique challenges faced by first responders and service providers.
But don't worry, it's not all doom and gloom. Dr. Vecchione offers practical tools and strategies to help you manage stress and avoid burnout. From mindfulness practices to physical movement, her holistic approach promotes resilience and self-awareness. If you're struggling with compassion fatigue or just feeling burnt out, this episode is packed with valuable advice to help you recognise your needs and seek the support you deserve.