Anxiety
Maria had been working on cruise ships for over six years. During her last contract, she began to experience constant anxiety, difficulty sleeping, and a feeling of emotional exhaustion that intensified especially during long voyages without port calls. She felt she had no right to feel bad because "it was part of the job."
Intervention offered
Through online psychological support sessions, we worked on anxiety management, sleep regulation, and establishing emotional boundaries within the work environment.
Self-care strategies adapted to life on board and brief techniques for times of high workload were also discussed.
Program development
Psychological support focused on anxiety management, prevention of emotional exhaustion, and development of self-care strategies adapted to life on board.
Results
“I felt I had no right to feel bad because it was part of my job. With Mara Tago, I have learned to manage emotional overload and take care of myself without feeling guilty.”
María learned to identify early signs of emotional overload and to apply practical tools during her workday. She ended her contract with greater emotional stability, better rest, and a healthier perception of her work. Today she continues to navigate, but with resources that allow her to take care of herself without feeling guilty.