Empathy
Deep emotions and strong desires fill the relationships around us. Empathy is the skill that awakens our heart to these needs of others. We stop talking and start listening. We forget about ourselves and turn our attention to others. We identify with the primary emotions that are common among all of God’s creation. And in doing so, we realize the great opportunity we have in relationships, to share love and connection. Learn more about the critical skill of empathy in this short video.
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