Name: VIRTUAL ∙ Dysfunctional Empathy- The Harm We Do When We Care Too Much
Start: 2026-08-15T09:30:00-0500
End: 2026-08-15T10:20:00-0500

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VIRTUAL ∙ Dysfunctional Empathy- The Harm We Do When We Care Too Much

Saturday August 15, 2026 9:30am - 10:20am CDT

Microsoft Teams

Session Format
This is the VIRTUAL option for those attending the conference virtually. If you are attending in-person on the Springfield Campus, do not add this session to your schedule. In-person attendees should add the "IN-PERSON" session to their schedule.

Session Description
Based on the groundbreaking work of Dr. Murray Bowen, founder of Family Systems Theory, this workshop will explore the ways leaders, teachers, and mentors often blur the line between empowering and enabling. Participants will examine how to demonstrate compassion while maintaining accountability, foster resilience in students and team members, manage the tensions that arise from setting healthy boundaries, and self-regulate in the midst of emotional turbulence.

Speakers

MaryAnn Morris

Director Of Academics, Richwood Valley, Ozarks Tech

In 2012, I stepped into new territory and launched a second career in higher education. I currently serve as the Director of Academics at Richwood Valley and have been in that role since January of 2023. Within the scope of my responsibilities, I also teach several religion and... Read More →

Saturday August 15, 2026 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
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