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This practical and reflective workshop helps participants recognize the signs of emotional exhaustion, reduced empathy, and chronic stress, while offering meaningful strategies to restore balance and well-being.<\/p>\n<p>Participants will explore the difference between burnout and compassion fatigue, understand the impact of prolonged stress on the mind and body, and identify personal and workplace factors that contribute to depletion. 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