Sorry, Not Sorry

Rare is the person who doesn’t love having someone around who has a strong empathy/compassion bone. And if you are one of those people, thank you. You are the one who can make others feel a whole lot better about any challenge they may be facing, any ‘oop-sie’ they may have had, or any unhealthy feelings they may be having about themselves. We love you to pieces because you make us feel more positive about ourselves.

And here is where a little flashing yellow light appears – a yield – a pause. Be aware that, at times, those feelings of empathy and compassion can translate into feelings of sorrow – sadness for another’s predicament. If you find yourself getting to a point of feeling weighted down by your own emotions (as opposed to being an empathetic encourager), take a look inside and do a bit of self-assessment. What is it that has you moving from compassion to grief or worry. There is a huge difference between these emotions.

As part of your check in with yourself be sure to incorporate a bit of self-care. You give so much of yourself to others. Be sure to give back a bit to yourself.