“Empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another, and feeling with the heart of another.”
Alfred Adler
Empathy goes beyond listening; it is rooted in genuine curiosity. It is choosing to look past your perspective and ask, “What is it like for them?” Empathy is not about agreeing or disagreeing; it’s about being willing to learn and grow without needing to correct or change. Genuine curiosity encourages us to set aside our own viewpoints and truly listen to others. It is the key that opens up perspectives we might not otherwise see.
Are you ready to let your guard down and set aside what you think you know? Can you approach someone’s story with genuine curiosity? Empathy’s gift isn’t about changing them but expanding yourself.
