

Empathy — Connection Course Series #4
257 snips Nov 6, 2020
Explore how empathy shapes decision-making, often overshadowing intellect. Discover the difference between empathy and sympathy, focusing on mutual connection. Learn grounding techniques to manage emotions during intense situations. Understand the pivotal role of empathy in business, enhancing communication and collaboration. The conversation emphasizes embracing all feelings for deeper connections, showcasing personal stories that reveal the transformative power of emotional awareness in relationships.
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Empathy and Decision-Making
- Difficulty empathizing with an emotion reveals personal difficulty with that same emotion.
- Decision-making relies on emotions, so understanding them clarifies decisions.
Staying Present While Empathizing
- Maintain self-awareness in your body while empathizing with others.
- Focus on your physical sensations to avoid losing yourself in their experience.
Empathy as Felt Sense
- Empathy is a felt sense, not an intellectual concept, like knowing where your foot is.
- Logic cannot fully describe or teach empathy; it requires experiencing the feeling.