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Worksheet 3.1 Strengths in Victim Witness Professionals
Review the following strengths and weaknesses. List three of your strengths and three of your weaknesses in the boxes below. Use examples from this list or others that apply to you. Then write how your strengths and weaknesses may prevent or contribute to compassion fatigue.
Fierce / Reflective / Open-minded / Messy / Apologetic / Secretive / Critical / Intelligent
Naive / Realistic / Restrained / Bored / Prudence / Confident / Curious / Demanding
Moody / Passionate / Dependable / Gentle / Confused / Fearful / Envious / Frustrated
Vitality / Humorous / Determined / Fair / Energetic / Sensitive / Courage / Authentic
Fidgety / Persistent / Perseverance / Zest / Stubborn / Impolite / Giving / Impulsive
Helpful / Extrovert / Argumentative / Strict / Practical / Efficient / Careful / Forgiveness
Trusting / Leadership / Hard working / Alert / Openness / Integrity / Selfish / Resentful
Timid / Kindness / Dominating / Love / Pleasant / Religious / Lonely / Perfectionist
Jealous / Anxious / Empathetic / Eager / Tolerant / Worried / Playful / Humility
Honesty / Rational / Self-regulation / Brave / Cheerful / Creative / Happy / Enthusiastic
Aloof / Skillful / Undisciplined / Proud / Devoted / Rigid / Harsh / Conscientious
Mature / Patient / Perseverance / Calm / Agreeable / Flexible / Hopeful / Collaborative
Spiritual / Judgement/critical thinking / Teamwork / Wise / Appreciate beauty and excellence / Love of learning / Social Intel-ligence / Self-compassionate
Positive and Negative Traits/Beliefs
Strengths / Weaknesses
1.  / 1.
2.  / 2.
3.  / 3.
How do your strengths prevent compassion fatigue while working in victim services? / How do your weaknesses contribute to compassion fatigue while working in victim services?
Your strengths can also be perceived as weaknesses when misused. Although strengths can prevent compassion fatigue, they can also contribute to it. For example, although “pleasing” is a positive strength, this strength may work against the victim witness professional who attempts to please everybody. How do your strengths contribute to compassion fatigue?
Note. Rubel, B. (2015). The FABULOUS principle. Kendall Park, NJ: Griefwork Center, Inc. www.griefworkcenter.com