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No man is an island – how to create a culture of community care (and look after yourself)

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Community care matters, because no man is an island and communities are about relationships, trust, and mutual value. I explain what this important work looks like in practice, and how to foster community care in a way that is healthy and effective.

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Community advice Community industry Self care

The truth about burnout and community

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Why is burnout such a persistent issue? In this blog is explain three of the main causes of burnout, what you can do to prevent it from happening, and share helpful resources to protect and improve your wellbeing.

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Community advice Self development

Self care strategies – part two

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Looking after yourself is a tried and true ‘best’ way to help other people. Here are five more self-care strategies that help motivate and empower you, and keep you safe from burnout.

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Community advice Self development

Self care strategies that actually work

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Ten effective and helpful self-care strategies that work well for me. They can help motivate you, empower you, and keep you safe if you’re an online community manager at a charity.