empathy fine print

 
  • To have a deep understanding of something means letting go of what our reality is and submitting to the reality of someone else.

  • Multiple narratives can exist even if they contradict each other.

  • Societal standards and stereotypes may influence our perspective and how we show up in spaces. 

  • Authentic empathy requires the release of power and control, and the possibility of being hurt in the process.

Let’s see how much information you took away from Chapter 2 by responding to a series of True or False statements. Try to focus less on the correct answer and more on where you are personally in regard to the statement.