Let's Talk About Compassion Fatigue
Sometimes, having compassion for others can feel exhausting. Controversial take I know, but it’s true!
It’s called Compassion Fatigue.
I had the opportunity to share my thoughts on https://www.aliciajohnsononlinetherapy.com, to give more insight into what compassion fatigue is, who it affects, what it impacts, how long it can last, and what life looks like if you leave it untreated.
If you think you’re experiencing compassion fatigue, or you’re just interested in learning more about it, this blog is for you!
Read the blog here!
Key Takeaways From The Compassion Fatigue Blog
Compassion fatigue often impacts people in helping professions like therapists, teachers, and first responders.
Compassion Fatigue can impact you emotionally, mentally, physically, and socially.
Compassion fatigue can be treated.
You’re not the only person to experience it.
Quote From The Blog
“You may have gotten to a point where you have taken on so much for others that you now have nothing left to give. This does not make you broken. Take time to reinvest the energy you gave to others, back into yourself. You are worth all the healing that you aim to give to others.”
Read the full blog here!
What’d You Think?
After you read the blog, let me know your thoughts! Did you already know Compassion Fatigue was a thing? Did anything in the blog surprise you? Let me know in the comments below!
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