E124: Self Care For Practitioners

In this episode of The Diary of a SEP, Aaron, Zoe, and Suki dive into the importance of self-care for sport and exercise psychology practitioners. They break down why self-care is essential, what it really means (hint: it’s not just bubble baths!), and how you can incorporate it into your busy life.

Expect to learn:

• Why self-care is critical for your well-being and professional performance.
• What self-care is (and isn’t), including insights from the PERMA model.
• Practical strategies for mindfulness, physical care, and professional development.
• Real-life examples, a mini mindfulness practice, and tips on filling your metaphorical cup.

As promised, the resources mentioned in the show and the references used:

Resources:

• Shout – Text SHOUT to 85258
• Mind – info-line: 03001233393 – support line: 03001021234
• NHS Better Health – https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/

References:

Jo, H., Song, C., & Miyazaki, Y. (2019). Physiological benefits of viewing nature: A systematic review of indoor experiments. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16(23), 4739. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16234739

Maranzan, K. A., Kowatch, K. R., Mascioli, B. A., McGeown, L., Popowich, A. D., & Spiroiu, F. (2018). Self-care and the Canadian Code of Ethics: Implications for training in professional psychology. Canadian Psychology / Psychologie canadienne, 59(4), 361–368. https://doi.org/10.1037/cap0000153

Martin, D. R. F., Quartiroli, A., & Wagstaff, C. R. D. (2022). A qualitative exploration of neophyte sport psychology practitioners' self-care experiences and perceptions. The Sport Psychologist, 36(4), 874–896. https://doi.org/10.1080/10413200.2022.2046659

Øvstebø, R. B., Pedersen, G., Wilberg, T., Røssberg, J. I., Dahl, H. S. J., & Kvarstein, E. H. (2023). Countertransference in the treatment of patients with personality disorders: A longitudinal study. Psychotherapy Research, 34(8), 1051–1065. https://doi.org/10.1080/10503307.2023.2279645

Quartiroli, A., Martin, D. R. F., & Hunter, H. (2023). Practising what we preach: Self-care as an avenue for effective practice. In Shanmuganathan-Felton, V., & Smith, S. (Eds.), Developing a sport psychology consultancy: Toolkit for students and trainees. Routledge.

Quartiroli, A., Martin, D. R. F., Hunter, H., & Wagstaff, C. R. D. (2023). A thematic synthesis of self-care in sport psychology practitioners. International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1080/1612197X.2023.2291102

Quartiroli, A., Wagstaff, C. R. D., & Thelwell, R. (2021). The what and the how of self-care for sport psychology practitioners: A Delphi study. The Sport Psychologist, 35(4), 1352–1371. https://doi.org/10.1080/10413200.2021.1964107

Seligman, M. E. P. (2011). Flourish: A visionary new understanding of happiness and well-being. Free Press.

Seligman, M. E. P. (2018). PERMA and the building blocks of well-being. The Journal of Positive Psychology. https://doi.org/10.1080/17439760.2018.1437466

Simpson, R. A. C., & Sadler, S. M. (2024). In the huddle: "What are the moments that defined your professional self-care?” Journal of Applied Sport Psychology. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1080/21520704.2024.2397475