CRTIC: Be Intentional and Own Your ImpactCRTIC: Be Intentional and Own Your Impact
Essential Conversations
Russell Anderson and Jake Pitts discuss balancing trauma-informed care with equity and inclusion, sharing tips on self-awareness and resilience.
1:05:54•14 Jul 2023
Balancing Trauma Care and Equity: Insights from University Health Leaders
Episode Overview
- The importance of self-awareness, acknowledging biases and practicing humility in engaging with others
- Personal experiences shared, including moral injury and the impact of health equity work
- Practical tips for navigating diversity tensions, addressing stress, and co-creating a culture of open feedback and growth
- The significance of taking care of oneself, including self-reflection, journaling, therapy, and physical self-care
- Empowering message, offering practical support for trauma-informed caring in both professional and personal contexts
“Take responsibility for the quality of your relationships. You can't teach those concepts to a group that is in their stress response and if you're in your stress response and they know if you don't understand their context, they are not going to be as open to you. Really, that's also about humility.”
Ever felt the weight of balancing trauma-informed care with equity and inclusion? In this episode of 'Essential Conversations', Andrea Dalton sits down with Russell Anderson and Jake Pitts, who spearhead Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at University Health in Kansas City, Missouri. This engaging chat dives into their personal journeys and professional challenges, offering a candid look at how to weave trauma-informed practices with efforts to counteract bias and enhance access for all.
Russell and Jake share heartfelt stories and practical advice on self-awareness, managing difficult conversations, and fostering genuine connections. They also touch on the importance of self-care—think journaling, therapy, and physical wellness—to maintain resilience in this demanding field. If you're navigating the complexities of intent versus impact in your work or personal life, this episode is a treasure trove of tips and insights to help you thrive.
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