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Aug 25, 2013
"Empathy is the most radical of human emotions." --Gloria Steinem
6 Habits of Highly Empathic People
"If you think you're hearing the word 'empathy' everywhere, you're right. It's now on the lips of scientists and business leaders, education experts and political activists. But there is a vital question that few people ask: How can I expand my own empathic potential? Empathy is not just a way to extend the boundaries of your moral universe. According to new research, it's a habit we can cultivate to improve the quality of our own lives."
BE THE CHANGE
This article contains many suggestions to incorporate one of the empathy habits in your own life. Choose an empathy buddy with whom you can practice at least one of the habits every week for the next month, and share your experiences and insights with each other.
