Episode 23: Burnout & Compassion Fatigue
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Episode 23: Burnout & Compassion Fatigue
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Burnout and compassion fatigue have become increasingly common in helping professions, caregiving roles, and everyday life. In this episode of Small Town Social Workers, Nathanael Ferguson, LMSW, and Kathleen Maynard, MSW, explore the differences between burnout and compassion fatigue, the warning signs that often go unnoticed, and practical strategies to protect your emotional well-being.
Together, they discuss why so many caregivers, social workers, foster parents, educators, healthcare professionals, and community helpers struggle to prioritize themselves while supporting others. Listeners will learn how chronic stress impacts the mind and body, how boundaries support sustainable compassion, and why self-care is more than bubble baths and days off.
Whether you’re feeling emotionally drained, overwhelmed, or simply trying to maintain balance while helping others, this conversation offers validation, encouragement, and practical tools to help you continue caring for others without losing yourself in the process.
Remember: caring for yourself isn’t selfish, t’s essential.
Resources: NAMI - Compassion Fatigue & Burnout