Protecting Your Energy While Supporting Others Life has a way of testing us all at once, pending health tests, redundancies, and personal uncertainty. While we all face struggles, some people may expect you to put your life on hold for their needs, even when they’re capable of managing. It’s natural to want to help, and compassion is important. We all need support at times. But there’s a fine line between being there for others and neglecting yourself. You can't pour from an empty cup when you’re already carrying your own worries. Here’s how to balance being supportive while protecting your own energy: ✅ Acknowledge others’ struggles, but also your own. You can care about what someone is going through while still recognizing your limits. Your well-being matters too. ✅ Offer what you can , not what you must . Support doesn’t have to mean sacrificing yourself. A kind message, a listening ear, or small gestures can go a long way. ✅ Set realistic boundaries. If someone can...