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emotional exhaustion

  • Emotional Exhaustion vs Burnout: Signs, Differences, and Recovery

    The content explores the distinctions between emotional exhaustion and burnout, highlighting their causes, effects, and recovery methods. Emotional exhaustion often precedes burnout, leading to detachment and reduced efficacy. Recovery involves recognizing feelings, resting, celebrating small achievements, reconnecting emotionally, and making… Continue reading

  • The Empath Trap: How to Stop Caring Yourself to Exhaustion

    The post discusses “The Empath Trap,” where heightened empathy leads to emotional exhaustion, especially for those with depression or anxiety. Key factors include hyper-vigilance, low boundaries, and lack of emotional filtering, causing individuals to absorb others’ feelings. The article emphasizes… Continue reading