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Losing a dog is one of the hardest things I've ever gone through. Dogs are so precious. It's nice that you were able to have empathy with her and understanding, a lot of people don't. You're right, it's not just about the money.
Chief
Losing a dog really is heartbreaking. They are family. Thank you for sharing that, its a reminder how much empathy really matters
I’ve had those calls too, and yeah, it hits different when you can relate. But I also wonder, why are we expected to emotionally absorb all that on a support call with no tools or support of our own? It’s a real reminder that frontline roles carry way more weight than they’re given credit for, but also that we are under-resourced. Nobody has given us training to be therapists on the phone with customers.
Chief
Totally feel you on that. Its tough being the one everyone leans on, especially without the right tools or support. We’re human too and sometimes it feels like that part gets overlooked
Life when it hits u, it hits u.
Chief
So true. Hope you are hanging in there.
😢 that poor woman. I lost my 9 year old shepherd last Thanksgiving and was a total wreck after it, so I completely get where she's coming from. It's miserable. Good for you for showing her compassion when she clearly needed it. I guarantee it meant a lot to her.
Chief
Absolutely. It’s heartbreaking hearing those kinds of stories, but you’re right showing a little compassion can mean so much. Sometimes, that’s all people need. Thanks for sharing your story.
I’ve had similar calls where people break down in tears, hoping I can fix everything. But being in this role doesn’t mean I have all the power to solve it all. Sometimes, the best I can offer is genuine empathy and honestly, that alone can make a real difference.