Compassion Fatigue: The Hidden Cost of Caregiving

Grandpa Bills next in studio guest, Dr. Edward Smink- here's some of the questions I will ask Dr Edward to address:

How did you become a caregiver?

Can you tell us more about how you overcame compassion fatigue?In your book, you define caregivers more broadly than most of us are familiar with. Can you elaborate on who are the caregivers?

Can you help us understand why caregivers are resistant in seeking help and self-care?

What is compassion fatigue and why do most caregivers experience it?

You mention that there are three cultural taboos that caregivers struggle with in developing skills of self-care.

Can you tell us more?Caregivers share a common bond with other caregivers who share their similar roles.

What are the strengths and challenges of these groups?

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About Edward

Dr. Edward Smink is a passionate coach for caregivers. He attributes his skills from his experiences at the bedside as well as his overcoming severe compassion fatigue and burnout. He offers hope to those suffering from compassion fatigue because he knows it is possible to move from isolation and fear to renewed hope and energy.

Biography

Edward Smink, the founder of The Soul of Caregiving Coaching Practice, is an in-demand speaker, coach, and author of The Soul of Caregiving, A Caregiver’s Guide to Healing and Transformation. Edward holds an Associate Degree in Nursing from Newton Junior College, a BA in Psychology from Boston College, an MA in Counseling Psychology, a MA and  PhD in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. He is a former Registered Nurse, Healthcare Executive in Mission, Values, Spirituality, Ethics, End of Life Care, and Community Health. He holds titles as a Board-Certified Chaplain with the National Association of Catholic Chaplains and is an Associate Coach with the International Coaching Federation.

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