Tag Archives: Empathy

Eight Steps to True Compassion – An Essential Quality for Both a Better World and a Better You

Posted on June 10, 2024 by Monica

I once had a manager who was kind and compassionate in many ways. But there was someone within the organization that she despised. Her contempt was palpable. I know this other person. On the surface, he was gruff in many … Continue reading →

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Grudges – the Tie that Binds You to Misery

Posted on October 3, 2022 by Monica

People hurt us. Whether intentionally or unintentionally, you are bound to run into someone somewhere who is going to wound you deeply. Some years back, there was a group of people who caused great hurt to our family. We felt … Continue reading →

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Do Your Civic Duty Using Only a Book

Posted on July 11, 2022 by Monica

We have come to the final post in our series on the benefits of reading. You may think this does not affect you personally, but it does in an indirect way. Reading fosters healthy societal interaction and expansion. Down through … Continue reading →

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Fortify Your Health by Reading

Posted on June 27, 2022 by Monica

Over the last few years, I tried out the old adage, an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Then I found out that that’s not necessarily true. Maybe the saying should go like this, a book a day keeps … Continue reading →

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All Empathy is Positive, Right? Three Types and Their Consequences

Posted on April 4, 2022 by Monica

Years ago, I worked in the downtown district of a major metropolitan area. While the atmosphere was mostly professional people, there was a homeless presence. One day as I was walking to my car, I was approached by one of … Continue reading →

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Three Empathic Traits to Assist You in Spotting a Fake Smile

Posted on June 28, 2021 by Monica

The smile is a universal means of nonverbal communication. Authentic, it conveys warmth, a positive and harmonious image, and openness/vulnerability. All welcoming traits. But it can also be used as a weapon of deception by manipulators. Science has studied smiles … Continue reading →

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