Hello,

I completely understand how you feel and often feel this way as well. I genuinely feel guilty sometimes even spending my own money on things- because I think about how it should go to someone else. The way Ive started to cope, and Ive been told to cope, is by realizing no one person could ever solve all the problems in the world themselves. You are doing what you can with what you have. Its great youve made changes in your life that align with your moral beliefs. By speaking your truth you can inspire small changes in others. I try to pay it forward and give back as much as possible (even if its buying the persons coffee behind me in the drive thru) but also view my own life with compassion. We have all had challenges in life and deserve joy and to be happy. I think finding a balance between living for yourself and helping others is the key.  Realize that although your empathy causes you grief- its a truly honorable quality that makes you a special person. You have that gift for a reason.