#WeAHPs - Thursday 28th January 2021 8pm (GMT Standard Time)
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Hello to all our amazing AHP colleagues!
We thought that the best type of chat to hold for the first month of 2021 is one on self-care. Given the current climate we know that self-care might not be high up peoples agendas BUT this is the time when it's most important. It's heartbreaking to hear of so many healthcare professionals being pushed to breaking point (and further!) and as much as we all want to help it's crucial that we are taking care of ourselves too - mentally and physically.
We wanted to keep this chat super informal and basically just 'check in' with you all and see if there are any tips that we can share with one another.
Here are the questions:
1. What does self-care mean to you?
2. How do self-care practices contribute to your effectiveness as an Allied Health Professional?
3. What do you currently do to take care of yourself?
4. Do you think of self-care as a conscious or unconscious activity?
5. What one new thing are you going to implement in the next week as a result of this chat?
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#WeAHPs transcript
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:00
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Good evening and welcome to the first #WeAHPs chat of 2021!! We thought that this first one should tackle a subject that will hopefully be of benefit to all during these unpredictable times - self-care #WeAHPs |
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@SarahBradder
28 January 2021 20:00
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RT @WeAHPs: Good evening and welcome to the first #WeAHPs chat of 2021!! We thought that this first one should tackle a subject that will… |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:01
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Before we get started with the questions, we'd like to know who is joining us this evening so please do say hello and tell us what you do and where you're tweeting from! Don't forget to use the hashtag #WeAHPs |
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@SarahBradder
28 January 2021 20:02
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@WeAHPs Sarah here, therapeutic rad in Birmingham #WeAHPs |
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@AliBooker_RD
28 January 2021 20:02
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@WeAHPs Hello ???? my name is Ali, I am a Registered Dietitian, and I am tweeting from Derby ?? #WeAHPs |
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB
28 January 2021 20:04
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@WeAHPs I'm from Scarborough, I'm a student physiotherapist #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:05
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Right, let's get things started with Q1... What does self-care mean to you? #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:05
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@BigRadTom Hope it wasn't too bad ?? #WeAHPs |
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@CumbriaLancsAHP
28 January 2021 20:05
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The first #WeAHPs chat of 2021 has just started folks... https://twitter.com/WeAHPs/status/1354881937261932546 |
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@louwilko
28 January 2021 20:05
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@WeAHPs Hi, Louise here an #RD and lecturer in dietetic practice at the University of Plymouth ?? #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:05
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB Hi Helen! Thanks for joining in! Always great to see students participating ?? #WeAHPs |
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@ScottBuxton_1
28 January 2021 20:06
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@WeAHPs Giving myself permission to have that second beer ???#WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:06
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@louwilko Hey Louise! Welcome! #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:07
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@ScottBuxton_1 ?? #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:08
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RT @WeAHPs: Right, let's get things started with Q1... What does self-care mean to you? #WeAHPs |
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB
28 January 2021 20:09
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@WeAHPs meeting your own needs so that you are in a good place to meet other people's #WeAHPs |
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@Vuyiswa72340752
28 January 2021 20:09
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@WeAHPs #WeAHPs hello everone im a nurse specialising in care of the elderly im currently tweeting from East London south Africa |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:10
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@WeAHPs Noticing when I need to pause and build up my personal coping mechanisms. I live for a bit of stress... knowing when its getting too much though and building up my tried and tested mechanisms that I put in place #weAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:10
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@ScottBuxton_1 @WeAHPs Very important... but not while at work ?? #weAHPs |
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@louwilko
28 January 2021 20:10
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A1 I read a nice post by Sarah Ockwell-Smith rephrasing self-care as self-kindness, removing the notion that it is another thing one needs to 'do' which can add pressure and further feelings of guilt #WeAHPs |
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@SarahBradder
28 January 2021 20:11
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@WeAHPs To me, self-care is acknowledging that your needs are just as important (or even more important) as meeting everyone else’s and knowing that that is totally OK! #WeAHPs |
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@AliBooker_RD
28 January 2021 20:11
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@WeAHPs For me, it’s taking time out just for me to do what I truly enjoy so that I feel physically and mentally happier. I think it’s important to do this regularly and not wait until I’m burnt out... although admittedly, I am really bad at leaving it a bit too late sometimes?? #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:11
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@WeAHPs Candles... burnt... both come to mind #COVIDLife #StudentLife #weAHPs |
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@LauraWedlock
28 January 2021 20:11
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@WeAHPs Taking time to stop and recharge. Do something for you #WeAHPs |
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@Vuyiswa72340752
28 January 2021 20:12
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@WeAHPs #WeAHPs this is my first time tweet and be involved in tweetchat not sure if im doing the right thing |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:12
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB Definitely! You can't pour from an empty jug #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:13
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Often people believe a big bang change is necessary for wellbeing. Taking smaller steps earlier can go such a long way. For me one way is music on headphones and chill #weAHPs https://twitter.com/AliBooker_RD/status/1354884799639465988 |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:13
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@AliBooker_RD I feel like lots of people would resonate with that Ali - we can very easily not heed the warning signs and then burnout just hits you! #WeAHPs |
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@AliBooker_RD
28 January 2021 20:13
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@louwilko I really like this, it is such a good point. I really need to work on self-care being an integral part of my routine. As opposed to consciously trying to make everything fit #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:14
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@Vuyiswa72340752 @WeAHPs There's no such thing as the wrong way ?? comment, read, whatever ?? #weAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:14
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@BigRadTom What kind of things do you tend to notice first? (if you don't mind sharing that is!) #WeAHPs |
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@Vuyiswa72340752
28 January 2021 20:15
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#WeAHPs self care means taking time to look after yourself by doing things that promote good wellbeing, good health physically and mentally. |
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@AliBooker_RD
28 January 2021 20:15
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@BigRadTom Absolutely! In fact I’ve started listening to classical music while I work when I’m WFH. It makes such a positive difference to my mood! I’m definitely going to try the headphones in and chill idea ?? thank you #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:16
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@LauraWedlock Definitely! #WeAHPs https://t.co/hDHrwYJJvf |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:17
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Q2: How do self-care practices contribute to your effectiveness as an AHP/healthcare professional/educator? #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:17
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@WeAHPs Oh you know me! I'll share anything! General mood for me. I get grouchy, CBA attitude, neglected far too much. Also finishing work and not having the will to leave to go home. These are generally minor ones. More high end ones include feeling itchy inside and distant #weAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:17
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@ScottBuxton_1 Hey Scott! Hope you've given yourself time to dry off!! #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:17
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@LauraWedlock Hi Laura! #WeAHPs |
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@ChrisMartey
28 January 2021 20:18
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@WeAHPs Remembering that however passionate we are, we work to live & don't live to work. This can get lost in both the rush & enjoyment of work but prioritising time for myself, my loved ones, friends & hobbies is #SelfCare for me. #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:18
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I always imagine a seesaw... you're sat on 1 end, all your problems, stresses and weighted issues are on the other. You can't get to the floor again until you sort them. Even sorting just 1 will get you closer to the floor. #weAHPs https://twitter.com/WeAHPs/status/1354885695001796610 |
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@Vuyiswa72340752
28 January 2021 20:19
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#WeAHPs taking time out to unwind relax and do things that promote general wellbeing #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:19
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Thank you for sharing Tom! Anyone else notice these behaviours in themselves to indicate that things are getting a 'too much'? #WeAHPs https://twitter.com/BigRadTom/status/1354886240072572928 |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:19
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@AliBooker_RD Certain bands i like are banned on my Spotify now. Linkin Park and Ben Howard being 2 examples. I overhung the lyrics. Classical music, Jack Johnson are 2 common ones for me. Or podcasts too #weAHPs |
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@Ruth_Williams2
28 January 2021 20:19
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@WeAHPs #WeAhps Noticing when I am struggling to self regulate & stopping to reflect on what I need. May be fresh air, talking it through, hibernating, art depending on my head & heart at that time |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:19
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Very well put Chris! #WeAHPs https://twitter.com/ChrisMartey/status/1354886494352252935 |
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@ChrisMartey
28 January 2021 20:20
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@WeAHPs Hi #WeAHPs, Chris #Physio in the Bristol/Bath area ???? |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:20
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@ChrisMartey Hi Chris! ?? #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:20
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@WeAHPs Sadly not had time to keep my blogs going but wrote these about my experiences. Also featured on @MedRadJclub #weAHPs https://bigradtom.health.blog/author/bigradtom/ |
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@knitknitqueen
28 January 2021 20:21
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@WeAHPs Ignoring everyone.. (in a nice way) Having some time to me and not feeling guilty doing nothing #weahps |
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@Ruth_Williams2
28 January 2021 20:21
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@WeAHPs #WeAHPs I definitely get hangry ?? |
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@ScottBuxton_1
28 January 2021 20:21
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@BigRadTom @WeAHPs #WeAHPs https://t.co/fXFusd4sDX |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:21
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@WeAHPs I fall in the trap of more hours worked means more work done. Long hours are sometimes necessary for me to get stuff complete but it all builds up in me so need a release #weAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:22
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@Ruth_Williams2 Haha! Same ?? #WeAHPs |
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB
28 January 2021 20:22
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@WeAHPs I do meditation and yoga, both of which help me to regulate my ANS so when things get a bit hectic I am able to ground myself. Or at least try to. #WeAHPs |
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@LauraWedlock
28 January 2021 20:22
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@WeAHPs Practice what we preach? Many of us as AHPs will talk to patients about self care and coping strategies. Its important we look after ourselves to be physically and mentally well to look after our patients. Even within the work place we have to practice self care #WeAHPs |
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@hayleypaynephy1
28 January 2021 20:22
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@WeAHPs Without self care practices I quickly reach a burnout point where I feel overwhelmed and feel incompetent. Taking care of myself first allows me to care for patients to the best of my ability. How can you care for someone if you don’t care for yourself? #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:23
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@Vuyiswa72340752 However you want to participate is cool with us ???? reply to messages, answer questions if you want to, like/retweet the comments that you resonate with... the possibilities are endless! All we ask if that you use the hashtag #WeAHPs so everyone can follow the conversations ?? |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:23
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB Amazing, I hear so many good things about meditation. Do you use particular methods or any apps you would recommend? ?? #WeAHPs |
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@Ruth_Williams2
28 January 2021 20:23
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@Vuyiswa72340752 @WeAHPs Welcome. I love Twitter for the CPD & connecting. Go gently & enjoy #WeAHPs |
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@gemmastyles73
28 January 2021 20:24
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@WeAHPs Good book and a hot bath #weahps |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:24
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@knitknitqueen I think many of us may feel guilty for 'doing nothing' but you're so right - this is what's needed sometimes for sure! #WeAHPs |
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@ScottBuxton_1
28 January 2021 20:24
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@WeAHPs When I don’t practice self-care I find myself getting swept away in an endless cycle of increasing work in progress and stress. Reading this from @radreadsco always helps me realign my productivity. https://radreads.co/structure-day/ #WeAHPs |
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@pastwench
28 January 2021 20:25
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RT @WeAHPs: Still time to grab your beverage of choice and get yourself comfy before we start the chat at 8pm!! #WeAHPs https://t.co/fbsuzU… |
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@Vuyiswa72340752
28 January 2021 20:25
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#WeAHPs I have to care for myself so I remain healthy in order to provide efficient and effective care for my patients #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:25
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@BigRadTom Just remember to be kind to yourself #WeAHPs https://t.co/CP2emERINf |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:25
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@Vuyiswa72340752 Welcome!! Great to have you with us this evening #WeAHPs |
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@gemmastyles73
28 January 2021 20:26
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@WeAHPs Keeping everything in balance allows me to be able to do my job, and not be off sick #weahps |
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@Ruth_Williams2
28 January 2021 20:26
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@WeAHPs It gives me the distance & time to work through what’s mine, what’s being projected onto me & what to let go of. It’s the letting go & fresh eyes which reinvigorates me #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:26
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I have always been anti meditation but I've recently found the positives! Many different types of meditation and very useful way of pausing and taking stock #weAHPs https://twitter.com/HELLSBELLS_DFYB/status/1354887546552127491 |
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@AliBooker_RD
28 January 2021 20:27
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@WeAHPs In my role, leading by example is definitely an important factor. There’s times to push hard & then there’s times to step back & breathe. If those I support see me practice what I preach I believe I’ll be a lot more effective in promoting their health & wellbeing too ?? #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:28
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This is such a fab response - does anyone else feel that self-care has this impact on their job? #WeAHPs https://twitter.com/Ruth_Williams2/status/1354888490362793984 |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:28
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@LauraWedlock So true!! #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:28
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@AliBooker_RD @WeAHPs How can I expect to tell all my students to look after themselves if I don't look after myself. Totally right there ali! #weAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:29
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Q3: What do you currently do to take care of yourself? #WeAHPs |
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@knitknitqueen
28 January 2021 20:30
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@WeAHPs Take a lunch break and away from a screen #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:30
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@gemmastyles73 @WeAHPs For many yeah. Im emotionally numb sadly and have lost all ability to cry in my stiff upper lip upbringing. I just escape and try hide from the world at my worst (usually an island canoe trip in the lakes or scotland) #weAHPs |
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@Ruth_Williams2
28 January 2021 20:30
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@WeAHPs Thank you. All part of system leadership & my new passion as part of leadership growth. It’s all about ice-bergs #WeAHPs https://t.co/zW5CwYIFzP |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:30
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@pastwench Ah don't sweat it! The joy of Twitter is that the conversations can happen any time really! Leading by example is so important ???? #WeAHPs |
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB
28 January 2021 20:30
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@WeAHPs #WeAHPs fitness! running, indoor cycling, yoga, pilates and meditation. If I get these in, I tend to function ok. Sleep is also good but that's always hit and miss. |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:31
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@knitknitqueen @WeAHPs So important! Harder with the weather worse but for those working from home its so important to build that time in! #weAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:31
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Anyone else find yoga and mindfulness helpful? #WeAHPs https://twitter.com/MillsJ_A/status/1354889386756874250 |
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@ScottBuxton_1
28 January 2021 20:31
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@WeAHPs Getting back into reading again is helping me with #selfcare Reminding myself there is more than just non-fiction out there! Highly recommend @goodreads to help broaden reading horizons. #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:31
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@WeAHPs Again, build in time wherever possible. For me, I need to get a task complete before I can let it go but always know when down time and escapism is needed. #weAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:32
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@WeAHPs Very much missing Rugby at the moment too. Running into people can be very stress relieving ?? #weAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:32
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB Sleep can be a biggie for loads of people - is there anything in particular that you try when you find it evading you? #WeAHPs |
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@knitknitqueen
28 January 2021 20:32
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@BigRadTom @WeAHPs The internal healthcare professional guilt to do more... #WeAHPs |
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@Ruth_Williams2
28 January 2021 20:32
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@WeAHPs #WeAHPs today has been about a day off, digging over the veg patch & whistling with the robin. Walking, talking it through, creativity, anything to get me out of my work head |
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@MillsJ_A
28 January 2021 20:33
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@WeAHPs Julie - Radiographer/lecturer from Cornwall #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:33
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@knitknitqueen @WeAHPs Totally agree. Don't forget we are heroes and not humans ????????? #weAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:33
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Fantastic visual representation of our behaviours and their underlying emotions. Thank you for sharing, Ruth ?? #WeAHPs https://twitter.com/ruth_williams2/status/1354889563269963779 |
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@ScottBuxton_1
28 January 2021 20:33
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@WeAHPs More than I thought I would! #WeAHPs |
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@louwilko
28 January 2021 20:33
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I have to ensure I focus on what I'm doing and not try to take on too much. Im a mum so giving my daughter 100% of my attention when it is our time is important. Also not checking work emails when I'm not working! This crept up on me a bit last year & now I'm strict #Weahps |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:34
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@ScottBuxton_1 @goodreads Love a good book!! My personal choice always tends to be fantasy/sci-fi stuff but I'm always pleasantly surprised when I pick something different up #WeAHPs |
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@knitknitqueen
28 January 2021 20:34
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@MillsJ_A @WeAHPs I do not think you can ever have too many candles, so nice to smell different smells to lift a mood #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:34
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I generally deflect. I help others as a mechanism to escape. Its quite fulfilling and life affirming. #weAHPs https://twitter.com/WeAHPs/status/1354889232188403712 |
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@LauraWedlock
28 January 2021 20:34
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@WeAHPs Not enough! Always full of good intentions but so used to looking after everyone else. Its quite a struggle at the moment (living in lockdown) I do enjoy reading and crochet. Very lucky to live in an area with great nature walks also. A quiet glass of wine is also bliss! #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:35
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@BigRadTom I can totally see the appeal! #WeAHPs |
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@pastwench
28 January 2021 20:35
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@WeAHPs I find craft projects keep me absorbed so my mind can switch off. Currently knitting a bag Also a good book and a hot bath! #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:35
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@Ruth_Williams2 Sounds lovely Ruth! #WeAHPs |
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@LauraWedlock
28 January 2021 20:35
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@ScottBuxton_1 @WeAHPs @goodreads Thanks for the recommendation always looking for something new to read #selfcare #WeAHPs |
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@louwilko
28 January 2021 20:35
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I also enjoy having a one on one walk with my labrador Olive in the rain when the park is nice and quiet ??#Weahps |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:36
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@LauraWedlock Don't beat yourself up about it - the fact that you've acknowledged that you might not be doing enough for yourself is the first step! ?? #WeAHPs |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:36
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@MillsJ_A @WeAHPs Candles! As long as you light the candles!? In my household they just sit there not being lit! ?? #weAHPs |
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@AliBooker_RD
28 January 2021 20:37
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB @WeAHPs I’m totally with you on this one, Helen. Fitness, strength training & moving my body makes such a difference to my wellbeing. I too am still having problems with sleep but this is something I will start address, perhaps using selfcare inspiration from tonight’s Tweetchat! #WeAHPs |
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@MillsJ_A
28 January 2021 20:37
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@WeAHPs @BigRadTom It’s my shoulders #WeAHPs they get really sore and carry a lot of my stress |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:38
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@knitknitqueen @MillsJ_A Aaaaaaaallll the candles #WeAHPs https://t.co/fTDFlc9bIV |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:39
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@MillsJ_A @WeAHPs Oh 100% yes. Im currently building a mental health stretch programme for myself for when I'm getting more tense to help relieve stress. It doesn't help that I have chronic pain from rugby injuries ?? #weAHPs |
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@louwilko
28 January 2021 20:39
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And I have developed a bit of a lockdown obsession with skincare - I tend to wake 10 mins before my daughter and really enjoy spending that time cleansing, toning, misting and all sorts of other attempts to hide my nearly 40 wrinkles ?? #Weahps |
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@BigRadTom
28 January 2021 20:39
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@WeAHPs #weAHPs https://t.co/sd5FpesWsZ |
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB
28 January 2021 20:40
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@WeAHPs #weAHPs I have no strategy really, I get very sore ankles and I just try position changes, I use magnesium cream and sometimes have to take painkillers. Sometimes its my head buzzing with all the stuff I need to put in my assignments. No answers but looking for some. |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:41
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Q4: Do you think of self-care as a conscious or unconscious activity? #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:41
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Anyone have any tips for those of us out there who don't sleep well? Any and all suggestions welcome! #WeAHPs https://twitter.com/HELLSBELLS_DFYB/status/1354892020171550729 |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:42
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@MillsJ_A I have one of those too!! Fab little gadget #WeAHPs |
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@ScottBuxton_1
28 January 2021 20:43
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@WeAHPs https://youtu.be/5mGifCwig8I #WeAHPs |
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@AliBooker_RD
28 January 2021 20:43
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@WeAHPs At the moment, I have found having a routine has made such a difference. Factoring in a morning or lunchtime workout ???? Having lunch at the dining room table and not at my workstation. Cooking a nice meal in the evening. Then doing some painting or reading to unwind ?? #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:43
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@louwilko ?? aw I love that! I would imagine that having some little devoted time to skincare can be quite soothing #WeAHPs |
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@louwilko
28 January 2021 20:44
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Q4 link back to my tweet re. Q1. It should not be something you feel you have to 'do' or 'schedule' otherwise it becomes stressful and that definitely isnt the point, it could be a conscious decision to say a few kind words to yourself when things feel out of control #Weahps |
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@gemmastyles73
28 January 2021 20:44
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@WeAHPs Keep and pen and paper by the bed and write down the buzzing , that way your brain can let go #WeAHPs |
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@Ruth_Williams2
28 January 2021 20:44
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@WeAHPs Oooo good question! Feels like it is conscious for me but then I’m reflecting on recently making a film for an assignment & that was brilliantly distracting & containing as well as unconscious #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:44
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@BigRadTom @MillsJ_A Really like this idea, Tom! Stretching is definitely something I could do more of ?? #WeAHPs |
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB
28 January 2021 20:45
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@WeAHPs when you get overwhelmed you have to make a conscious decision to do it. Its easier to do when things are less fraught. Which is a bit of a contradiction really #WeAHPs |
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@gemmastyles73
28 January 2021 20:45
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@WeAHPs Pre 2020 I would have said unconscious but that has definitely changed #WeAHPs |
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@AliBooker_RD
28 January 2021 20:46
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@gemmastyles73 @WeAHPs I am 100% going to start this from tonight. Thank you ????? #WeAHPs |
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28 January 2021 20:46
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB That definitely makes sense though #WeAHPs |
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@MillsJ_A
28 January 2021 20:47
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@WeAHPs It’s a physical, conscious decision for me. My body tells me I need rest and I listen... #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:47
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@gemmastyles73 Why do you think that it has changed? When things are more hectic/stress-heavy do we have to make the conscious decision to look after ourselves? #WeAHPs |
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@Ruth_Williams2
28 January 2021 20:47
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@WeAHPs Listening to the shipping forecast or ramblings, volume down low, dark ?? #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:48
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@MillsJ_A Is it always easy to listen? Or can it be dependent on other factors? #WeAHPs |
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@AliBooker_RD
28 January 2021 20:48
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@WeAHPs Oh, also. I am consciously doing less ‘doom-scrolling’ on Twitter/Facebook. As soon as I find myself doing it, I stop and move on. Don’t need this negativity in my feeds ? #WeAHPs |
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@knitknitqueen
28 January 2021 20:48
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@WeAHPs Both but sometimes you have to make it conscious to take some time out! #weahps |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:49
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@AliBooker_RD The dreaded doom-scrolling ?? well done you for stopping yourself!! #WeAHPs |
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28 January 2021 20:49
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@Ruth_Williams2 Haha, the shipping forecast ?? great shout #WeAHPs ?? |
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@Ruth_Williams2
28 January 2021 20:50
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@AliBooker_RD @WeAHPs Good point. We’ve cut out the news on TV. Just don’t need to hear it at home which is my safe space #WeAHPs |
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@AliBooker_RD
28 January 2021 20:51
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@WeAHPs Haha it’s so easy to get sucked in! I just found out you can ‘sleep’ people on Facebook - it’s amazing ?? #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:51
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@louwilko I'm wondering if there is someone I can bill for all the products I've been buying to rid myself of 'mask-ne' ?? #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:51
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#WeAHPs https://twitter.com/pastwench/status/1354894662344052748 |
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@MillsJ_A
28 January 2021 20:51
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@WeAHPs It’s taken me a long time and many failures along the way but finally I get it.. #WeAHPs |
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@gemmastyles73
28 January 2021 20:52
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@WeAHPs I don’t think I’ve ever gone through a time when everyone around me is drowning in stress AT THE SAME TIME!!! Self care has become about survival almost. Supporting others as well. There have been days where getting though has been my only focus #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:53
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Q5: What one new thing are you going to implement in the next week as a result of this chat? #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:53
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@gemmastyles73 It has definitely not been easy that's for sure #WeAHPs https://t.co/ZakFKyN2GP |
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@NiamhNiC_Irl
28 January 2021 20:53
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@WeAHPs No screens for an hour before bed and a yin or restorative yoga practice to wind down ???? #WeAHPs |
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@pastwench
28 January 2021 20:54
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@WeAHPs #WeAHPs on reflection, pre 2020, I would not necessarily have recognised that the activities I enjoyed was self care. They were things I did outside of work for fun without realising the impact upon my work life and productivity/efficiency Now I am wiser... |
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@gemmastyles73
28 January 2021 20:54
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB @WeAHPs Makes complete sense though. You have to practice self care when you are not stressed in order to benefit when you are stressed #WeAHPs |
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@Ruth_Williams2
28 January 2021 20:55
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@WeAHPs #WeAHPs start with exercise again, being creative, sharing this chat with colleagues ?? |
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@Ruth_Williams2
28 January 2021 20:56
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@WeAHPs @gemmastyles73 #WeAHPs https://t.co/ITAs8bbq93 |
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB
28 January 2021 20:56
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@WeAHPs not sure, think I will try one of the sleep apps or the shipping forecast tip! #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:57
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@HELLSBELLS_DFYB You'll have to let us know how you find them! #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:57
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???? #WeAHPs https://twitter.com/Ruth_Williams2/status/1354896153175846914 |
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@Ruth_Williams2
28 January 2021 20:58
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@gemmastyles73 @WeAHPs Sending out love. You’ve made it to here today. Seems like that’s enough at the moment #WeAHPs https://t.co/Arqj57XlQe |
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@knitknitqueen
28 January 2021 20:58
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@carrie_biddle @WeAHPs I felt so bad for doing absolutely nothing last weekend. I only cooked once... once... and I felt bad tuts #weahps |
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@pastwench
28 January 2021 20:58
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@WeAHPs More physical activity! Also continue to promote self care with my staff/teams/student and remind them that to be effective in their work they need to look after themselves. #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:58
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@Ruth_Williams2 We will be sharing the transcript at the end ?? #WeAHPs |
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@_Char_RD
28 January 2021 20:58
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@WeAHPs #weahps Sleep, self compassion, talking and realising it's ok to reach out - has helped massively this week, baths, walks, cooking, |
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@Vuyiswa72340752
28 January 2021 20:59
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#WeAHPs I exercise, try to have enough sleep, eat healthly, take time out to unwind and relax when I feel im getting stressed out or too tired #WeAH |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 20:59
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@MillsJ_A I think buying more candles is a serious thing too!! ?? #WeAHPs |
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@WeAHPs
28 January 2021 21:00
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And that's the hour! Thank you to everyone who joined in and shared their thoughts. Lot's of good ideas and advice to be had that's for sure. Please do continue to share, it's important to look after ourselves and each other ?? #WeAHPs |
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