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When Empathy Goes Too Far: The Shadow Side of Feeling With

EPISODE · Jun 29, 2025 · 1H 10M

When Empathy Goes Too Far: The Shadow Side of Feeling With

from After the Session: Two Therapists Telling It Like It Is · host Dwain and John

In this episode of After the Session, we explore the tangled roles of sympathy, empathy, and compassion. While empathy can be a gift, we uncover how it can also hinder growth when it turns toxic—blurring boundaries, enabling dysfunction, or keeping people stuck. Together, we ask: What’s the difference between feeling with and walking wisely beside? And how do we cultivate compassion that empowers rather than entangles? It’s a deeper dive into discernment, emotion, and true care.

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