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compassion fatigue
information and talking points to support leaders in facilitating conversations with their teams about compassion fatigue
This compassion fatigue compass points guide is designed to support leaders in mission-driven settings who want to facilitate conversations and connection with their teams about the unique exhaustion of compassion fatigue that comes from serving people over time who are vulnerable or in pain. This guide includes:
- an overview of compassion fatigue, what it is, how it differs from burnout, and how it shows up in the body and the work
- context for why naming it matters — and what happens when it goes unacknowledged in teams and organizations
- talking points for opening the conversation with your team
- four discussion prompts to invite reflection on capacity, replenishment, and what collective care could look like
- additional resources for going deeper, including books, articles, and podcasts specific to care-based and mission-driven settings
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a note on mental health
I am not a therapist, and these resources are not a substitute for therapy or professional mental health support. If you are navigating something that feels beyond the scope of this work, I encourage you to engage with these resources alongside therapy or other forms of professional care. And if you're not sure where to start, reaching out to a mental health professional is always a worthy first step. Your well-being matters, and it's important to have the support you need to navigate what you're carrying.
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