Let’s Play Pretend: Compassion Fatigue
Helping others through trauma takes an unseen toll. Melissa explores the difference between burnout and compassion fatigue, why even healers need healing, and how restoring authenticity and balance makes space for renewal.
Let’s Play Pretend: Becoming Crispy
Burnout doesn’t happen overnight—it builds quietly while we keep pretending we’re fine. Melissa shares what it means to feel “crispy,” how imposter syndrome fuels exhaustion, and practical steps for setting boundaries before burnout takes hold.