6 Signs You're Not Selfish, It's Empathy Burnout

Feeling emotionally drained even when you’re doing your best to care for others? You’re not alone. Empathy burnout, also called compassion fatigue, happens when you take on so much of other people’s emotions that you end up feeling exhausted, numb, or disconnected. It’s not a sign of weakness—it’s a sign that you’ve been caring deeply for too long without recharging yourself. In this video, we’ll explore the key signs of empathy burnout, like feeling emotionally numb, struggling to focus, or isolating yourself from others. It’s important to recognize these signs because burnout doesn’t mean you’re broken—it means you’ve been giving so much that it’s time to take care of you. We’ll also share why setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and seeking support are essential to restoring your emotional well-being. Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup. Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—it’s necessary. Did this resonate with you? Share your thoughts in the comments and let us know how you cope with burnout. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more content on mental wellness and self-care! How to Deal with Burnout https://youtu.be/YyjBKqsJqAo Writer: Chloe Avenasa Script Editor & Manager: Kelly Soong Voice Over: Amanda Silvera www.youtube.com/AmandaSillvera Animator: Danica Diamos YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong References: Cleveland Clinic. (2021 Jun 25). Empathy Fatigue: How Stress and Trauma Can Take a Toll on You. health.clevelandclinic.org/empathy-fatigue-how-stress-and-trauma-can-take-a-toll-on-you LaVine, R. (n.d.). What Is Empathy Fatigue? (And 12 Ways To Overcome It). Science of People. www.scienceofpeople.com/empathy-fatigue/ Cooks-Campbell, A. (2021 Dec 8). Why are empathy fatigue and compassion fatigue so common? BetterUp. www.betterup.com/blog/empathy-and-compassion-fatigue Nathan, E. (2023 Dec 30). Overcoming Empathy Fatigue. Psychology Today. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/tales-of-grief/202312/overcoming-empathy-fatigue Dekin, S. (2021 Mar 22). Are You Experiencing Empathy Burnout? Mission Harbor Behavioral Health. sbtreatment.com/blog/empathy-burnout/