The Empathy Workout
The most vital exercise to do.
Empathy is a muscle.
It can and will respond to this workout.
It’s super easy.
And easy to remember.
E-M-P-A-T-H-Y
E: EXPLORATION (What’s it really like in their shoes)
M: MUTUALITY (Respecting differences)
P: PRESENCE (Being there fully with phones powered down)
A: AWARENESS (How does it feel to feel what they feel)
T: TRANSPARENT (No BS)
H: HUMAN (We are all connected after all)
Y: YOU ARE LOVED (You receive more than ever imagined)
Microstep: Don’t forget to work out the ever-important empathy muscle. Incorporate this inspiring exercise into your daily routine.
Originally published at drsteven.com.