Is it Time to Eliminate Some Joy from School Counseling?

School for School Counselors Podcast

So many of us need to "eliminate some Joy" from our roles. What can this mean for school counselors who strive to build positivity, growth mindset, and can-do attitudes throughout campus?
This week, we're taking a cue from the movie Inside Out and talking about how constantly being the go-to "fixers" on campus can lead to burnout. We discuss how the inability to distinguish ourselves from perpetual "Joys" takes an immense emotional toll, and why high expectations from students, parents, and staff can push counselors to the brink of exhaustion. What can we do to redefine our roles for healthier, more sustainable environments?

You'll hear:

• The emotional toll of always being the "fixer"
• How empowering the entire school community can reduce "Joy"
• Practical tips for maintaining a balanced workload

Listen for practical insights and real-world tips that will help you reclaim your energy, focus on what truly matters, and thrive in your counseling role!
Resources/Citations:
School for School Counselors Mastermind
(Free) Modern School Counselor Planner
Claro, S., Paunesku, D., & Dweck, C. S. (2016). Growth mindset tempers the effects of poverty on academic achievement. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 113(31), 8664-8668. doi:10.1073/pnas.1608207113

Friedman, R. S., & Förster, J. (2005). Effects of Motivational Cues on Perceptual Asymmetry: Implications for Creativity and Analytical Problem Solving. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 88(2), 263–275. https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-3514.88.2.263
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Chapter

1. The Emotional Toll of School Counseling (00:00:00)

2. Recognizing and Addressing School Counselor Burnout (00:10:54)

3. Empowering School Staff for Well-Being (00:22:19)

4. Professional School Counselor Planner Launch (00:27:49)