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  1. Discover why empathy is a vital workplace skill, boosting productivity and collaboration.

  2. What is Empathy?

    What is Empathy?

    Jim & Jori Manske

    Audio · 44 minutes · 7/28/2010

    Jori explains three layers of empathy and how distinguishing them deepens daily practice.

  3. Using Images in Your Empathy Guessing

    Using Images in Your Empathy Guessing

    Dian Killian

    Video · 4 minutes · 10/10/2024

    Join Dian Killian and discover the power of imagery and metaphor in deepening your empathy practice. This segment from her 6 session course explores how visualizing sensations, emotions, and needs through metaphorical language can enhance the connection during empathy guessing, particularly in somatic-based approaches.
  4. The Heart and Science of Empathy

    The Heart and Science of Empathy

    5 Session Course

    Eric Bowers

    Multi-session Course · 6 - 8 hours · 3/8/2020

    Explore how IPNB and NVC intertwine in Somatic-Based Resonant Empathy and connection.

  5. Empathy vs. Sympathy

    Empathy vs. Sympathy

    Miki Kashtan

    Video · 3 minutes · 06/07/2011

    CNVC Certified Trainer Miki Kashtan clarifies the distinction between empathy and sympathy.

  6. Have you ever been in a meeting where the agenda is full and someone gets triggered? Did you get stuck in an empathy spiral and a never ending meeting? Roxy Manning shares the difference between healing empathy functional empathy.

  7. Empathy Doesn’t Mean Agreement

    Empathy Doesn’t Mean Agreement

    Mary Mackenzie

    Trainer Tips · 1 - 2 minutes · 8/24/2020

    Trainer tip: Empathy is about being present to a person’s feelings and needs. It is acknowledging another’s experience, not necessarily agreeing with it. If you have a different opinion than another, empathize with her first. Then, state your feelings and needs with regard to the situation.

  8. Two-Way Street Empathy and Honesty

    Two-Way Street Empathy and Honesty

    Liv Larsson

    Audio · 4 minutes · 7/28/2010

    Exploring how empathy and honesty work together as essential parts of NVC practice.

  9. In a world facing crisis and deep divides, there's a need for empathic community and connection. Here we reflect upon the importance of empathy, consciousness, and building a sense of community to address complex challenges and promote well-being. Slowing down, engaging in empathic conversations, and committing to a practice of empathy and mindfulness could be essential for personal and societal transformation.
  10. Learning the Practice of Being in Empathy

    Learning the Practice of Being in Empathy

    2 Session Course

    Mary Mackenzie, Raj Gill

    Multi-session Course · 2 hours, 29 minutes · 5/3/2018

    Deepen your empathic presence with Raj and Mary, for those with basic understanding of NVC.

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