What is empathy fatigue? And how to spot the signs early

Calm | 20.01.2026 22:00
You don’t have to have a career in caretaking to feel completely drained after supporting other people all day. Maybe you find yourself extra exhausted after a hard talk with a friend, a day of teaching your students, or being the go-to person your colleagues vent to. And while you may not be physically tired, something inside you just feels worn out.