When the World's on Fire: A Workbook for Helpers in Hard Times

This is not a workbook for fixing yourself.

It’s for therapists, healthcare workers, caregivers, and helpers who are holding too much while the world feels overwhelming and unsteady.

Designed as a choose-your-own-path guide, this workbook lets you start where you are. Each section offers validation, grounding practices, reflection prompts, and gentle next steps to help you regulate, reconnect, and keep going. Without pushing, bypassing, or pretending everything is okay.

You don’t have to do this in order.
You don’t have to do all of it.
You do get to rest here.

Pay what you can. Take what you need.

Important note: This workbook is for educational and self-reflection purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy, medical care, or mental health treatment. If you are in crisis or experiencing thoughts of harming yourself or others, please seek immediate support or use the resources listed in this guide.