How can you magically create more time and avoid feeling burnt-out?   As typical of many “therapist-types,” it is easy to get excited about opportunities to help others and it’s very difficult to say “no” even though you may not have the time to add more responsibilities. Admittedly I haven’t been very good at the “just say no” part but I have discovered that I can get more people helping on projects than I realized. The project suddenly becomes much more manageable.

Why should I get involved with my professional association? How can I benefit from membership? Won’t it just set up unreasonable expectations for me to volunteer my time?  What can I contribute when there are others with more experience?

I already have to juggle my personal life with work. Why add more to that delicate balance? I was once afraid… no… very afraid, to get involved as an active member. Sure,  I paid my dues faithfully for 30 years....