In part 2 of this 2-part series, Erin explores the concept of empathy overload, particularly how the desire to help others can lead to burnout. She discusses the signs of empathy fatigue, introduces a preservation toolkit to help manage emotional energy, and emphasizes the importance of self-care and setting boundaries. Erin shares personal experiences and practical strategies for rebuilding self-care practices, ultimately guiding listeners to find a sustainable balance in their empathetic engagements.

Today on Tactical Empathy:

• Empathy can lead to burnout if not managed properly.
• Signs of empathy overload include emotional exhaustion and resentment.
• It's essential to prioritize self-care to avoid compassion fatigue.
• Setting boundaries is crucial for maintaining empathy without collapsing.
• Self-care practices can be simple yet effective in rebuilding capacity.
• Asking yourself what you need is a vital self-care strategy.
• Empathy is an energy that needs to be preserved.
• You don't have to carry everything that others bring to you.
• Finding your center helps in managing empathy effectively.
• Both extremes of empathy are part of being a human leader.

Connect with Erin:

• Instagram: @elthorp
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-thorp-speaker/
• Website: www.erinthorp.ca
• Inside Out Empathy: www.erinthorp.ca/insideout
• Freebie: 5 Practices to Build Empathy Skills
• Listen to Part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/tactical-empathy/id1721613074