Come Home to You
Welcome to "Come Home to You," a down-to-earth, leadership wellness podcast hosted by Jenny Swim, a certified professional coach, specializing in leadership development and mental wellness.
Explore how to listen to your whole person, cut through the noise of the world, and foster a sense of home within yourself. With a focus on simplicity and curiosity, "Come Home to You" explores common concerns and provides practical tools to look within, listen to your own voice, and partner with your greatest resource: you.
Come Home to You
28: Empathy Without Burnout: How to Stay Connected Without Losing Yourself
Empathy is a powerful connector—it allows us to lead, parent, and relate in ways that are authentic, supportive, and deeply human. But when empathy slips into over-identifying or carrying someone else’s pain as our own, it can quickly lead to overwhelm and burnout.
In this episode, Jenny explores how to practice empathy in ways that strengthen connection without draining your energy or sense of self. You’ll discover:
- The three types of empathy—and how each shapes your daily interactions
- The difference between healthy empathy and the kind that blurs your boundaries
- What neuroscience reveals about why empathy can feel exhausting (and how to shift this)
- Simple strategies to help you stay grounded while still deeply caring for others
Whether you’re leading a team, raising a family, or simply navigating relationships, this episode offers a fresh, practical lens on empathy—so you can show up with compassion and clarity without losing yourself along the way.
Additional Resources:
The Empathy-Compassion Gap – Psychology Today
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/science-backed-compassion/202504/the-empathy-compassion-gap
Empathy Is the Most Important Leadership Skill – Forbes
https://www.forbes.com/sites/tracybrower/2021/09/19/empathy-is-the-most-important-leadership-skill-according-to-research/
Leading with Empathy and Resilience: Keys to Positive Outcomes in the Workplace – BizJournals
https://www.bizjournals.com/bizjournals/news/2024/10/07/leading-with-empathy-and-resilience-keys-to-positive-outcomes-in-the-workplace.html
4 Advantages of an Empathetic Leadership Style – Australian Institute of Business
https://www.aib.edu.au/blog/leadership/4-advantages-of-an-empathetic-leadership-style/
Healing Family Conflict With Empathy and a Calm Approach – Psychology Today
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/liking-the-child-you-love/202412/healing-family-conflict-with-empathy-and-a-calm-approach
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