Have you ever found yourself in situations at work that blur the lines of professional interaction with your colleagues? Some managers face the challenge of empathizing with upset colleagues but struggle to address their performance later on. During my leadership and management courses, … [Read more...]
What does empathy have to do with social change?
I was on a travelling from the Greek island of Agistri to Athens. Sitting in the cafeteria, writing my notes in preparation for an online session about the power of empathy. One of my travelling companions asked: Aren't we all empathic? Companion: "What type of people will attend a session … [Read more...]
The heart of the matter- empathic communication in pre-school education
It was Aristotle, the Greek philosopher, who said: “Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.” I'm excited to share this article with you. It explains some of the practices of the Ängbybarnen pre-school group in Sweden. Central to the school's pedagogy is … [Read more...]
How empathic are you – want to complete the quiz?
Empathy is the ability to sense other people’s emotions, coupled with the ability to imagine what someone else might be thinking or feeling. Research suggests that empathic people tend to be more generous. They are concerned with others’ welfare and tend to have happier relationships and greater … [Read more...]
See me beautiful- nonviolent communication
I first heard this song at a training led by Dr Marshall Rosenberg in London during 2006. Marshall was a visionary, a compassionate leader, his work changed my life and has become my life. Thousands of us grieve the loss of Marshall and we celebrate his life and continue his … [Read more...]