As a counsellor I am trained in using empathy within the therapeutic space and this is only one of the conditions I use in my work. Yet, there is so much more to empathy than people realise and it seems to be one of the common factors that is missing when I hear about conflicts in relationships.
Your outlook on life can immeasurably improve when you view information through the lens of empathy and compassion. Empathy breeds compassion and you can utilise the skills genuinely, but as with any emotional skill it takes practice and patience. I think that patience is one of the most important aspects of being am empathic person, because you allow yourself and others the space needed to process information or stay with difficult emotions.
We all want to feel desired and valued, important and needed – and empathy is one of the traits that allow us to feel heard, valued and considered. When you start showing empathy, you will notice only positive changes in your relationships and in the way you view yourself.
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