What happens when meaningful work also empties your tank? In this episode of It’s Both, host Nikki P and guest Corey Alexander have authentic conversations about the emotional complexity of the helping professions—burnout, toxic work environments, and the cost of caring.
Through honest storytelling, Corey shares life on the front lines (homeless youth, LGBTQ+ services), the weight of secondary trauma, and how self-advocacy at work and boundaries helped him protect his well-being. Together, they explore the messy middle of purpose and health—how to hold multiple truths (commitment and capacity), practice self-compassion, and build emotional resilience without glorifying overwork.
If you’re in a helping role, on the edge of burnout, or rethinking your relationship to work, this episode offers language, tools, and companionship for navigating life’s gray areas—including small rituals, community support, and practical steps to improve workplace mental health. Because life—and work—aren’t either/or.
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