Gather At The Well: Understanding and Healing Compassion Fatigue - Lindsey Fuller and Dr. Jacquelyn Ollison

In this episode, Lindsey sits down with Dr. Jacquelyn Ollison (or Dr. J, as many call her) to explore the often unspoken reality of compassion fatigue in human-centered work.Physical exhaustion? Increased irritability? Social withdrawal? These might be signs of compassion fatigue—and you're not alone. Dr. J connects her personal experience with practical wisdom for creating policies that actually support the humans doing this important work. As she reminds us: "People want to do their best. As a system it's our responsibility to give them all the tools so they can do their best."You’ll learn: • How to recognize compassion fatigue before reaching crisis point • Why policies created without input from those most impacted rarely succeed • Practical ways to build authentic check-ins into your team cultureWhether you're a teacher, nonprofit leader, or anyone committed to human-centered change, join us for this important conversation. Because naming compassion fatigue is the first step toward healing it. 👊 AffirmationsMy worth is not measured by my output.I lead with compassion, and I extend that same compassion to myself.I release the need to carry everything alone.I am allowed to need what I give so freely to others.Healing is not a destination—it’s a practice. And I am practicing.Episode HighlightsUnderstanding Compassion Fatigue (4:31)Signs and Symptoms of Compassion Fatigue (11:45)The Impact of Compassion Fatigue on Educators (18:46)Addressing Compassion Fatigue in the Workplace (23:25)Implementing Support Systems for Educators (27:51)Success Stories in Addressing Compassion Fatigue (37:03)Finding Hope and Resilience in Education (43:00)Resources Mentioned: Professional quality of life scale 5 Love Languages BookProfessional Authenticity Episode Dr. J’s BlogDr. J’s TEDx Talk Buy Dr. J’s Book: Addressing Compassion Fatigue in Urban Schoolswww.weareforgood.com/episode/understandingandhealingcompassionfatigue//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.comSay hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter