24. Compassionate Leadership Without the Burnout: Be a Bowl, Not a Sponge

Trying to support your team without burning out? You might be missing one key trauma-informed leadership skill. You care about your people. You want them to feel safe coming to you with their concerns. But every time someone shares their stress, anger, or worry with you, you walk away feeling drained — and take their stress home with you. It feels like you have to choose: Be a compassionate leader OR Protect your energy. That’s exactly the dilemma "Stephanie," a dedicated healthcare leader, f...