Caring for others shouldn’t mean losing yourself in their pain. In this episode, Dora explores the difference between empathy and compassion, sharing how compassion lets us stay steady, protect our energy, and truly support the people we love — without collapsing under the weight of their struggles.
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Aug 19
You Don’t Have To Know Yet
Not knowing can feel almost intolerable, especially when something important is ending or changing. We reach for decisions, explanations, and certainty because they promise relief. But the rush to resolve everything can pull us away from the deeper question of what still feels al ... Show More
6m 27s
Nov 2024
#167: How to Balance Compassion for Others with Boundaries for Yourself
<p>In today's episode, we're talking about the delicate balance between compassion for others, and boundaries for ourselves. For those of us who tend towards empathy and curiosity towards others' inner worlds, it's easy to fixate on the "why" behind ... Show More
23m 13s
Feb 2025
Why compassion isn't just nice, it's essential
<p>Providing quality healthcare is demanding, often stressful, and requires sustained effort. When resources are stretched and pressure mounts, compassion can slip - but compassion is an essential tool for leaders, who need to support their teams to continue delivering the best p ... Show More
24m 20s
<p dir="ltr">Do you notice micro changes in people's facial expressions and ask yourself, "What did I do wrong?"</p> <p dir="ltr">Are you able to sit with someone in pain without trying to fix them?</p> <p dir="ltr">Are you so emotionally attuned to everything and everyone that y ... Show More