It’s not just seeing suffering that's painful. It’s hurting for others while feeling unable to help.
There’s a term for that helplessness: empathic distress. Over time, it leads to burnout and withdrawal.
If you're overwhelmed and exhausted by a heavy heart, you are not alone.
DISTRICTS: Teachers and School Staff,
We know how much stress you are under, and how close you are to breaking down. Your physical and mental health are our priority. Please focus on self-care and take care of yourself.
ALSO, DISTRICTS:
@alicekeeler Seems like a distraction from the fact that the system as a whole doesn’t cater to this generation of students and how they desire to learn
@annjameson52 Maybe my synchronicity is only meant for me, which it likely is since we all create our own reality, but felt ties to many names for God/ Source! ❤️