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Jun 2, 2020 30 tweets 6 min read
Tips on engaging in conversation with family about the BLM movement. From your local social worker who has dealt with extremely conservative, racist, bigoted, homophobic family members their entire life.⬇️⬇️
(A thread with examples bc I like using irl examples when possible) What you ALL need to understand is this. You cannot single-handedly change a person's mind if they are not ready to do so. Going into a conversation with the expectation of change is going into a battle you have already lost. Lower your expectations so you don't get a headache.
May 31, 2020 27 tweets 5 min read
Keep your mental health in check. Info on burnout, compassion fatigue, secondhand trauma. Tips on taking care of yourself at this time.⬇️⬇️
(a thread) Burnout is physical, mental, emotional fatigue during times of high prolonged stress. You will feel overwhelmed, drained, and unable to keep regular productivity levels. It happens to people in positions of direct client care AND it can also happen when you are advocating.