During the recent Fellowship of Christian
Athletes Collegiate Ministries Conference in Ft. Worth, Texas (USA), the 100+
attendees received a presentation from Licensed Professional Counselor, Kim
DeRamus Lareau, related to burnout. At whatever level of sport we serve, this
is certainly a possibility for sports chaplains and character coaches. Our
service can be quite consuming, involve many hours, and a good deal of stress.
Kim offered the points below as dashboard indicator lights. My outline of notes
taken are below. Thank you, Kim.
As you are driving along in your service of
sportspeople, teams, and clubs, please keep watch for these warning lights. If
they’re flashing at you, please take appropriate action. We need you to be at
your best to serve well.
Burnout Indicator Lights-
o Emotional
reactions don't fit the related issue. (Greater or lesser)
o Stress
related physical symptoms. (Headaches, nausea, etc.)
o Anxiety.
o Depression.
(despair & hopelessness)
o Cynicism.
(more often in men)
o Difficulty
in letting go of perfection.
o Decreased
ability to rest or recharge.
o Impacts
upon relationships. (Self, friends, God)
o Difficulty
setting boundaries.
o Addictive
behaviors.
o Secondary
trauma. (Second hand)
o
Compassion
fatigue. (Out of empathy)
Suggestions-
• Ask someone for accountability.
• Make time for deep friendships.
• Be mindful of fitness.
• Practice faith disciplines.
• Recharge your passion.
• Recognize we have limited capacity.
• Seek counseling.
• Make time for a hobby or creativity.
Books:
Boundaries - When to Say Yes, How to Say No To Take Control of Your Life by Henry Cloud and John Townsend
Dare to Lead by Brené Brown
Healthy Emotional Spirituality: Unleashing the Power of Authentic Life in Christ by Peter Scazzero
Soul Rest by Curtis Zackery
Didn't See It Coming by Carey Nieuwhof
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