C2C Conversations: Empathy Fatigue
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Empathy is a fundamental human emotion as it underpins connection, builds trust, and often drives social change. It’s what allows us to understand others’ experiences and respond with care. But what happens when empathy isn’t occasional, but constant? When we are repeatedly exposed to injustice, conflict, and distress, what can it do to us?Rather than deepening our care, sustained exposure can sometimes have the opposite effect. People may begin to feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or even numb. This raises important questions: how do we continue to engage without becoming depleted? Are we, in some contexts, asking too much of people to “always care”? And what does it look like to maintain empathy while also setting healthy boundaries?
How do we stay open and responsive to others, without tipping into burnout or disengagement? And how can we model this balance for the young people in the classroom?
Date
Friday 8 May 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (UTC+10)Location
Courage to Care Office
843a Glen Huntly Rd, Caulfield VIC 3162
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C2C Conversations: Empathy Fatigue
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