1047. Compassion fatigue + why self-care matters

The qualities that make you deeply compassionate can also leave you running on empty. In this episode, Ellie Laks shares how a lifetime of caring for rescued animals taught her that empathy is only sustainable when it's paired with caring for yourself first.

From compassion fatigue to creating a self-care toolkit, Ellie offers a refreshing perspective on resilience, asking for help, and why putting yourself on your own priority list isn't selfish—it's essential.

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