Stop Overusing Empathy: Balancing Empathy And Boundaries With Whitney Sullivan

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All good things have their limits. Even too much empathy can hurt us. In the world we live in, empathy has become more important than ever, especially for leaders. However, it is easy to fall into the trap of being too empathetic. This episode’s guest sheds light on how to rethink empathy and find the balance between too much and enough. Elizabeth Bachman interviews leadership coach and keynote speaker, Whitney Sullivan, to talk about how to set boundaries, manage empathy, and identify where it is useful and where it is not. Whitney tells us about the struggles faced by many female leaders as they grapple with the societal pressure to be codependent and self-sacrificing. She then offers a new perspective to help us shift our mindsets on empathy when it comes to delegating, giving critical feedback, and even building relationships with your team. She helps us reel back from giving so much of ourselves that we get burnt out. This conversation reminds us of the importance of boundaries as leaders. That way, we thrive not only in our roles but also in helping our teams succeed.