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Chaplains often express a sense of satisfaction in helping others. But their work renders them vulnerable to secondary traumatic stress and burnout. We investigated mindful self-care, comparing the experiences of chaplains and other workers. Measures used included mindful selfcare, social support, and professional quality of life. We found self-care practices did not predict the professional quality of life. Lack of supportive structures and mindful awareness predicted burnout. Compassion satisfaction might arise from other sources.

Several letters to the editor are presented in response to articles in previous issues, including "Too Much Television," "Why Babies Need Shots," and "The 10 Best Family Restaurants," all in the July 2008 issue.