Empathy without boundaries leads to depletion.
Boundaries without empathy lead to isolation.

But when held together, they allow us to remain open without being consumed, and firm without becoming rigid.

Here’s the thing: the Void whispers in all our heads. You're broken. You're stupid. You're wrong. They're judging you. You're failing.

But not every thought is true.
Not every emotion is accurate.
Not every snarl in the dark is a boss fight.