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savvy self-care 9. attend workshops and classes to be with other bodyworkers, learn new I things, and renew my enthusiasm for my work. _______ 10. spend time in a healthy activity that nourishes and replenishes me. (This I is a catch-all category that could include physical recreation, a hobby, yoga, tai chi, working in the garden, meditation, church attendance, or some other kind of spiritual practice—sorry, not TV). _______ 11. Give yourself six extra points if you are getting consultation or supervision for the relationship aspects of your work from a bodyworker or other professional trained in relationship dynamics, if you see a psychotherapist regularly for personal counseling, or if you're part of an organized support group that meets regularly. (Score once only.) _______ 12. 've taken planned vacation time in the last year. (Score only one I of the following.) 14 days or more. 4 points _______ Seven to 13 days. 3 points _______ 4 to 6 days. 2 points _______ 1 to 3 days. 1 point _______ None. 0 points _______ Scoring This test is aimed at raising your awareness of how you are handling the stress of doing this work. If your score is low, it doesn't mean failure or that you aren't a good massage therapist or bodyworker; it simply means you might want to pay more attention to finding support and nourishment. Keep in mind your score can go up and down throughout the year. 50–60 points: Excellent. You're doing a great job of taking care of yourself. Keep up the good work. 40–49 points: Very good. You take good care of yourself. Since you are obviously so aware of the need for self-care and support, you might want to work on improving the areas where you received a low score. 30–39 points: An okay score. However, your work life sounds like a bit of a struggle. To avoid a downward spiral, you might want to add some extra self-care and/or fun to your life. 20–29 points: Not good. You're probably on a path to burnout. Consider bringing more nurturing and support into your work life. 0–19 points: Danger zone. If you're not burned out now, you will be soon. Seriously consider taking a little time off to reassess your priorities.