Workplace stress is one of the leading causes of burnout, and in high-stakes jobs, the pressure can feel relentless. When every decision matters and people are depending on you, it can be hard to disconnect—even when you desperately need to.
Helping professionals are especially at risk. The emotional labor of caring for others, often combined with long hours and limited resources, can lead to compassion fatigue, a condition where your ability to empathize or feel joy begins to diminish.
Without intervention, this can spiral into full-blown burnout, impacting not only your performance but also your passion and sense of purpose.
That’s why professional self-care matters. Not just for your own health, but for your ability to keep showing up in your role, day after day, with clarity, energy, and compassion.
