Empathy, sympathy and compassion help us to be better humans, but when is caring too much dangerous for your mental health? Dr. Kerry Schwanz a professor of psychology with an expertise in compassion fatigue joins Renee for a chat on what CF is, how you can spot it and what you can do about it.

To reach Dr Kerry you can message Renee at [email protected] or on Instagram @r.plus.dogs

If you would like more information about how to help or be a part of the CF research you can find Dr Kerry by searching Kerry Schwanz on Facebook or also by messaging Renee

**If you believe you might be suffering with CF, please contact your current medical health care provider as soon as possible. Here are some additional resources: www.proqol.org/Home_Page.php and www.compassionfatigue.org

Do not wait to reach out, there is help available for you. Tell someone, even a friend. Start the conversation.

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