Are you someone who feels everything—sometimes too much? Do you absorb the emotions of others, often without realizing it? In this solo episode, I explore what it really means to be an empath. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re an empath (or know someone who is), this episode is for you.
We’ll dive into the defining traits of empaths, how empathy differs from being an empath, and why so many empaths are drawn to helping professions like animal rescue, veterinary medicine, and activism. But with that superpower of sensitivity often comes a cost—especially when it comes to compassion fatigue, burnout, and trauma.
I also share practical strategies for managing your energy, staying grounded, and embracing your sensitivity as a strength—not a weakness.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- What it means to be an empath and how to tell if you are one.
- The difference between empathy and being an empath.
- Why empaths often show up in helping professions like animal care and advocacy.
- How being an empath makes you more vulnerable to compassion fatigue and burnout.
- The pros and cons of being an empath.
- How trauma can intensify empathic sensitivity.
- The importance of grounding techniques and energetic boundaries.
- How to own your sensitivity and use it as a source of strength and purpose.
Grab your free resources at https://www.beyondcompassionfatigue.com/
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