Avoid taking on the pain and suffering of others
About this episode
The episode discusses the challenges of supporting loved ones without losing oneself in their struggles.
It can be a struggle to be there for loved ones struggling. And the more empathetic you feel, the more you may feel yourself getting deeper into the same struggle with them. It can sometimes be a challenge to be there for someone without losing yourself in the process.
People in this episode
Host: Paul Colaianni
Topics covered
- empathy
- emotional support
- mental health
- boundaries
- self-care
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