Welcome to
Tiny Cottage Therapy’s Blog
I’m Caitlin Blair, LCSW and holistic psychotherapist based in California.
I love helping people find more balance in their lives by building awareness
& building practical habits to support their whole selves.
Are You Confusing Empathy with Responsibility?
So many of us feel this deep need to help, support, and care for others. This is not a bad quality, in a lot of cases it can be an absolutely good quality. However, sometimes we get so plugged into this role of giving to others that we completely deplete ourselves. Understanding the differences between empathy and responsibility can be a key step in making sure you don’t overextend and can keep being that kind caring human that you are!