empathy burnout is real
after all these years of understanding the people around you, trying to put yourself on their situation, putting others first before you, and now you're drained & have became indifferent. +
it is draining to engage with people who think Iβm arguing or personally attacking them every time I try to solve an issue or express my emotions. it creates mental exhaustion. if someone canβt tolerate you asking clarifying questions and sharing how you feel, keep your distance.