Knowledge for nurses to better care for themselves so they can better care for others during the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond. In Nurse Education Today (2020)In this second of three papers, we explain how nurses, midwives and students can better care for themselves (e.g., self-care strategies such as kind self-talk; emotion regulation) so they can better care for others during the Covid-19 pandemic, and beyond.First, we provide an overview of caring for ourselves and resilience in uncertain times. Next, we discuss empathy and compassion and explain why emotion regulation (‘self-other’ distinction) is an essential self-care strategy that nurses must learn so they can sustain care for others. Next, we explain how the practice of self-compassion can safeguard mental health, wellbeing, regulate emotions and reduce vulnerability. We then describe tips to support self-care and list trusted online resources that are providing regular updated information about Covid-19. Keeping strong in body, mind, and spirit to cope with ever-changing circumstances is vital.
Self-Care for New and Student Nurses by 