Welcome to Empathy Fatigue Collective

At Empathy Fatigue Collective, we aim to create a community that supports helpers, sustains compassion, and prevents burnout. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those who care for others.

Finding Balance: The Struggle Between Giving and Self-Care

As I sit down to write today, I realize it has been months since I last took the time to do this. Over the past few weekends, I often told myself, “If you really want this project to take off, you need to be doing something—anything to get it moving.” Yet, somehow, I convinced myself that it could wait. I could always return to it when I am less [fill in the blank].

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A Moment of Reflection

As I sit here at 5 a.m. on a Friday, with the anniversary of Hurricane Helene just a day away, I feel compelled to reflect. Moments like these, anniversaries, monumental life events serve as clear markers of how much time has passed. They prompt me to stop and wonder: how did I get to where I am today? Not just in my career, but in every facet of life.

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About us

Empathy Fatigue Collective is a blog dedicated to supporting helpers and preventing burnout. Our goal is to provide resources, tools, and a supportive community for those who care for others. Join us in sustaining compassion and making a positive impact.