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Tiny Buddha
1 week ago
JavaScript

How to Comfort the Grieving Without Saying "Sorry for Your Loss" - Tiny Buddha

Choosing appropriate words for different situations is crucial for effective communication and empathy. [ more ]
The Gottman Institute
1 month ago
Relationships

Bridging Love and Breath

Effective communication and emotional connection are crucial in romantic relationships.
Integrating breathwork techniques in couples therapy enhances understanding, empathy, and intimacy. [ more ]
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design-thinking
Medium
2 weeks ago
UX design

User personas: how they started, and how they're going

User personas can evolve throughout the project, allowing for updates, additions, and removals as needed. [ more ]
eLearning Industry
1 month ago
Online learning

What Role Does Empathy Mapping Play In Enhancing The Learner Experience?

Empathy is crucial in designing learner experiences.
Empathy maps help understand learner perspectives and needs. [ more ]
Medium
1 month ago
UX design

My UX Design Journey (part II): Experience outlived in the dimensions of design thinking.

Design thinking is a mindset for user-centric decisions in UX design projects.
Immersion in the user's world through communication and empathy helps in understanding their needs in design thinking. [ more ]
Medium
2 months ago
UX design

Empathy; A Designer's Superpower

Empathy is key in UI/UX design
Understanding user needs is essential for successful design [ more ]
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human-connection
eLearning Industry
3 weeks ago
Online learning

Achieving Harmony: Integrating Automation And Empathy In Online Training

Balancing automation with empathy is crucial in creating impactful online training experiences. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

I Watched Her Descend the Stairs Into the Station Carefully'

Kindness towards strangers can lead to meaningful connections.
Listening to others' stories can provide valuable insights. [ more ]
The Drum
3 months ago
Marketing

Amica short film urges consumers to rediscover human connection in a digital world

Amica Insurance has launched a creative campaign that emphasizes the importance of human connection in an increasingly digital age.
The campaign builds upon Amica's existing brand platform focused on the idea that empathy is important in insurance.
The hero film, 'More Human,' showcases the frenetic and interconnected nature of today's society, highlighting the significance of compassion and empathy. [ more ]
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user-centered-design
Medium
1 month ago
UX design

Rethinking Personas: Empathy and Inclusion in UX Design

User-centered design involves setting aside personal biases and listening to users' experiences to uncover real insights.
The concept of personas in the 'Define' phase of design can be confusing as it involves generalizing and stereotyping users, but it is justified as a tool for empathy and problem refinement. [ more ]
Medium
1 month ago
UX design

Rethinking Personas: Empathy and Inclusion in UX Design

User-centered design emphasizes setting aside personal biases and listening to users.
The use of personas in design processes may initially seem counterintuitive but can help in focusing and refining problems. [ more ]
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ux-design
Medium
1 month ago
UX design

My UX Design Journey (part IV): Understanding Phase

Understanding the importance of empathy in UX design
The goal of UX design is to create easy, smooth, and appealing user experiences [ more ]
Medium
2 months ago
UX design

Empathy for colleagues: why UX Design is a leadership skill

Designers and product managers have similar desires to deliver value but may feel misunderstood by each other.
UX design emphasizes empathy and responsibility for desirability in the software design process. [ more ]
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www.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
Parenting

Why You Should Listen when Your Child Cries Not Fair!'

Children need practice discussing justice to develop sensitivity and empathy.
Adult responses to children's cries of injustice shape their awareness and concern around justice. [ more ]
Scary Mommy
1 month ago
Parenting

Real Moms Say These 10 Traits Are Absolutely Necessary In A Good Mom Friend

Good mom friends provide practical help without keeping score.
Zero drama and understanding of life's unpredictability are key traits of a good mom friend.
Treating each other's kids like their own forms a supportive village for raising children. [ more ]
communication
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Career

Harriette Cole: I'm just being honest, but people think I'm harsh

Consider the Four Gateways of Speech: truth, necessity, timeliness, kindness. Balance honesty with sensitivity to maintain healthy relationships.
Learn to be direct without causing harm by editing words and choosing the right moment for straightforward communication. [ more ]
All Singles And Married
2 months ago
Relationships

HOW TO BETTER COMMUNICATION IN YOUR MARRIAGE

Ask open-ended questions to initiate conversations.
Use endearing names and expressions to make communication sweeter.
Reply promptly, be courteous, have humor, spend quality time, resolve issues quickly, ask about changes, apologize, avoid silent treatment and excessive talking when angry, agree on conflict resolution, and pray together. [ more ]
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being
2 months ago
Mental health

10 Clear Signs of Respect in Your Relationship

Respect in a relationship means valuing each other's thoughts, feelings, and boundaries.
Respect in relationships creates a safe and appreciated environment fostering intimacy and trust. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Parenting

My Son Refuses to Play With an Outcast. Does That Make Him a Bully?

It is important to approach the situation with empathy and understanding for the excluded child.
Dictating a solution to your own child may not be effective, and it is important to communicate and listen to the perspectives of all the children involved. [ more ]
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Slate Magazine
3 months ago
Parenting

I Think My Kid Is in Danger of Becoming a Gambling Hustler at School

A teenager won money from his school music teacher in a chess game and caused a disturbance when he squandered the winnings.
The parent is concerned about their child's lack of empathy and gambling behavior. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
5 months ago
Parenting

Former Spoiled Kids Are Sharing The Moment When Reality Checked Them Hard

Working with underprivileged children can challenge and change one's perspective
Witnessing the struggles of others can foster empathy and compassion
Acts of kindness can have a profound impact on both the recipient and the giver [ more ]
Irish Independent
11 hours ago
New York City

Kerry mother who lost son in crash pleads with court not to send driver to jail

The family of Tom Gudgeon, who tragically lost his life in a road accident, expresses forgiveness and empathy towards the driver responsible. [ more ]
eLearning Industry
1 day ago
Business intelligence

What Are The 5 Components Of Emotional Intelligence?

Empathy is crucial in eLearning development. [ more ]
Boston.com
2 weeks ago
Boston

A vision for the T: Two locals want to give trains googly eyes

Putting googly eyes on trains as a way to humanize the MBTA and bring joy to commuters. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

Callous' father who broke baby's neck launched Facebook fundraiser to gain sympathy

Begging for donations on Facebook after murdering his own son portrays a disturbing lack of empathy and conscience. [ more ]
The Nation
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

What It Takes to Break Joe Biden's Zionist Bubble

President Biden's attempt to reach out to Muslim Americans was met with resistance due to his support for Israel's actions in Gaza.
Key attendees at the meeting with Biden expressed disappointment at his disregard for the suffering of Palestinians. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Fox News Hosts Argue Trump Cares About People, Biden Cares About Money: It's an Issue of Empathy'

Donald Trump is portrayed as empathetic and caring by Fox News co-hosts, while Joe Biden is criticized for prioritizing money and fundraising.
The co-hosts praised Trump for attending a fallen officer's wake, contrasting it with Biden's fundraiser at Radio City Music Hall with expensive tickets. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Left-wing politics

Biden apologized to Muslim-American leaders for questioning death toll from Hamas-linked org: report

President Biden apologized to Muslim-American leaders for questioning the Palestinian death toll reported by Gaza Ministry of Health.
Biden expressed disappointment in himself and vowed to do better during a meeting with Muslim American leaders.
Prominent Democrats have criticized Biden's response to the conflict in Gaza. [ more ]
Artificial intelligence
Harvard Gazette
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Using AI chatbots to ease loneliness - Harvard Gazette

AI chatbots are being used to ease loneliness but may hinder empathy and real interpersonal connections.
Turkle emphasizes the importance of face-to-face conversations for developing intimacy and empathy. [ more ]
Acm
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Making Empathy Artificial

Imbuing computing devices with empathy is crucial for designing better AI systems.
Current AI systems are lacking in their ability to consistently deliver appropriate empathy and understanding. [ more ]
Open Data Science - Your News Source for AI, Machine Learning & more
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

BUD-E: An Open-Source Voice Assistant by LAION that Runs on a Laptop

The introduction of BUD-E, an open-source voice assistant not requiring an internet connection, could boost voice assistant technology. Collaborating with various institutes, the goal is to enhance empathy and understanding in AI dialogue using advanced models. [ more ]
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Mail Online
1 month ago
Digital life

Here's what your taste in Netflix and other TV says about you

True crime fans are likely highly empathic rather than violent.
Binge-watching TV can lead to unhealthy habits and poor impulse control. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Digital life

Miss Manners: She was embarrassingly rude in public and then blamed it on anxiety

Suffering from anxiety does not justify rude behavior.
Empathy should be shown towards individuals with anxiety, but it doesn't excuse their actions.
Rudeness should not be tolerated, regardless of the person's medical condition. [ more ]
IndieWire
1 month ago
Film

George MacKay Bulked Up and Nathan Stewart-Jarrett Did Drag for 'Femme,' a Queer Revenge Thriller with No Easy Morals

Empathy and attraction form between the Black drag queen and white attacker post-assault.
Movie blends revenge noir with a sinister love story, questioning good vs. evil. [ more ]
https://www.rogerebert.com/
2 months ago
Film

The 25th Anniversary of Ebertfest to Open with Star 80, With The Best Man As Its Centerpiece | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Ebertfest is a significant event bringing together movie enthusiasts.
The power of movies in generating empathy and healing is highlighted. [ more ]
Independent
1 month ago
London

Anne-Marie Tomchak: We're falling too often for online scams and it's easy to see why

First reaction to a relative's health issue is concern.
Immediate desire to help elderly relatives living alone. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

TikTok prankster Mizzy: I was wild and reckless, now I want to change

TikTok prankster Mizzy, real name Bacari-Bronze O'Garro, plans to turn his life around after being released from prison.
Mizzy apologizes for his 'wild and reckless' video stunts and acknowledges that his actions were wrong. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

Why Are Some Judges So Mean?

Judges may act harshly due to busy dockets and unprepared parties.
Judges may lack empathy towards legal practitioners and prioritize docket management. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

Lawyers Tell Clients They Understand, But Do They Really?

Empathy over sympathy is crucial when supporting distressed clients
Clients seek practical solutions and genuine care from lawyers. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

Law Firm Managing Partner Shares Her Journey To The Top

The challenging and rewarding nature of immigration law
The importance of resilience and empathy in the field [ more ]
Tiny Buddha
1 month ago
Career

How to Let Go of the Past and Forgive - Tiny Buddha

Forgive for your peace, not their worthiness
Be kind to yourself and counter self-criticism with self-compassion [ more ]
Entrepreneur
2 months ago
Career

Why Empathy is the Cornerstone of Every Successful Startup | Entrepreneur

Empathy is crucial for effective leadership at startups.
Open communication and empathy foster trust and creativity in teams. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
2 months ago
Career

What's most important in a CEO: humility, authenticity, or empathy?

Humility, empathy, authenticity are essential for modern leadership
Leaders need to be bold, occasionally fail, and have humility to fix mistakes [ more ]
Entrepreneur
2 months ago
Career

A Leader's Valentine's Day Thoughts on Empathy in the Workforce | Entrepreneur

Empathy and consideration should be practiced consistently in both personal and professional relationships.
Treating people well and showing genuine concern for others is the essence of true service. [ more ]
LogRocket Blog
3 months ago
Career

Leader Spotlight: Spiritualizing the work life, with Faline Wu - LogRocket Blog

Better is a digital-first homeownership company that stands out as a mortgage provider through its focus on technology.
Faline Wu, SVP of Product Management at Better, emphasizes the importance of empathy and building a more humanized product. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
3 months ago
Career

4 big morale-busting communication mistakes leaders should stop making

Leaders must take action to boost morale and energize employees for creativity and innovation to thrive.
Leaders need to communicate thoughtful and insightful perspectives to employees on a consistent basis. [ more ]
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being
1 month ago
Mental health

Agape Love: Meaning, Purpose, Characteristics,Examples, And More

Agape love is about giving selflessly and making sacrifices for others.
Cultivating agape love requires mental strength, empathy, and kindness. [ more ]
Mail Online
1 month ago
Mental health

Sociopath writes book to help others battling personality disorder

Patric Gagne is a middle-class suburbanite who is a sociopath, incapable of experiencing normal emotions like love and empathy.
Gagne's lack of empathy in her youth led to criminal behavior as an attempt to fill the void caused by her absence of social emotions. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
2 months ago
Mental health

Under what conditions do people with a mental disorder become violent?

Violence is a public health issue affecting vulnerable groups.
Empathy is a crucial factor in preventing violent behavior. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Mental health

I want to make things better': Esther Ghey on her hopes for online reform

Brianna's mother, Esther Ghey, spoke at a vigil to remember her daughter, a year after she was murdered.
Ghey hopes that her daughter's legacy will be one of empathy and compassion for all families affected by violence. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Mental health

The big idea: is compassion fatigue real?

Compassion fatigue is a well-documented phenomenon that occurs when repeated exposure to trauma leads to a decrease in compassion and empathy.
Passive exposure to suffering, such as through news and media, can contribute to compassion fatigue and decrease willingness to help others. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Mental health

Elmo's big question: how an adorable puppet asked how everyone was doing and opened the gates of hell

Elmo's seemingly innocent tweet received 12,000 replies and was read 172 million times.
Followers expressed their anxieties, hardships, and despair in response to Elmo's question about how they were doing. [ more ]
The Gottman Institute
1 month ago
Relationships

How to Navigate Culture and Values in Parenting

Effective communication and empathy are essential for navigating cultural and religious differences in parenting challenges.
A willingness to compromise and understand the underlying cultural norms can lead to a harmonious parenting journey. [ more ]
www.huffpost.com
2 months ago
Relationships

5 Signs You're In A Relationship With A Covert Narcissist

Covert narcissism can be just as harmful as overt narcissism, lacking empathy and using manipulation.
Covert narcissists feel special due to their pain or suffering, while overt narcissists feel exceptional due to positive qualities. [ more ]
eLearning Industry
1 month ago
Online learning

Through Feline Eyes: Unveiling New Perspectives In eLearning

Stray video game uses cat perspective to enhance exploration and understanding.
Applying perspective-taking in eLearning can foster empathy and deeper understanding. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
US politics

Joe Biden's as callous as it gets when it comes to Laken Riley

Biden mentioned Laken Riley's name incorrectly and later apologized for describing the suspect accurately as 'illegal.'
Biden expressed empathy towards lawbreakers while ignoring the grieving family of the victim, Laken Riley. [ more ]
BBC News
2 months ago
Education

Ilford: The school where teachers never shout at children

Positive reinforcement over punishment
Focus on empathy and dialogue rather than shouting [ more ]
Harvard Business Review
2 months ago
Business

How to Make Peace with a Company Decision You Don't Like

Decelerate and reflect on prompts to gracefully follow decisions you disagree with.
Process difficult emotions, articulate problems, identify upsides, broaden perspective, develop empathy, and visualize execution of unpopular decisions. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

As with a poem, each patient is unique': the cancer surgeon using poetry to help train doctors

Connecting modern poetry with medical education for holistic care.
Poetry helps doctors focus on empathy and compassion, essential for patient care. [ more ]
BBC News
3 months ago
LGBT

Royal Court play Cowbois aims to put 'trans joy' centre stage

The play Cowbois aims to bring trans stories to a new audience in London with an LGBTQ+ take on the Wild West.
The play highlights trans joy and aims to show forgotten transgender histories in a playful and joyous way. [ more ]
The New Yorker
3 months ago
Fashion & style

Raising Felix: As an Adult

Importance of empathy
Emotional intelligence in expressing frustration [ more ]
Entrepreneur
4 months ago
Career

How Leaders Can Truly Support Their Teams in Times of Uncertainty | Entrepreneur

Leaders must go inward and lead from a place of wisdom, compassion, and courage
Acknowledging the inner state of employees and creating a safe space for them fosters trust and understanding [ more ]
HuffPost
4 months ago
Mental health

We're Therapists. Here Are 8 Things We Refuse To Do At The Holidays.

Therapists set personal boundaries to maintain healthy relationships.
Showing empathy within boundaries helps children develop self-compassion and confidence. [ more ]
Scary Mommy
5 months ago
Career

"That's Not A Gift" Is A Trash Response To A Practical Present Request

There are two types of gift-givers: those who enjoy the hunt and those who ask for gift requests.
Some people disregard gift requests for practical needs, thinking they should be fun or magical. [ more ]
Pitchfork
5 months ago
Music

St. Vincent Presents Olivia Rodrigo the Variety Storyteller Award With Glowing Speech About Her Songwriting

Olivia is a talented and empathetic storyteller who pays attention to the things most people ignore
Her authenticity allows her listeners to relate to her songs as their complete selves [ more ]
Noah Kagan
5 months ago
Growth hacking

The Elite CEO Coach - Jerry Colonna

Better Humans Make Better Leaders
Addressing Common Leadership Pitfalls
Letting Go of Perfectionism [ more ]
www.thisislocallondon.co.uk
5 months ago
Mental health

Young Reporter: Daily Dose of Sunshine' Review. Gisele Way, SJS

Daily Dose of Sunshine' is a Korean drama and Netflix original that explores the experiences of nurses working in a psychiatric unit.
The series tackles taboos and stigmatization of mental health, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing mental health and dispelling stereotypes. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
5 months ago
Women

This Woman's Research On The Science Behind Objectification Is Mind-Blowing

Objectification is when a person is treated as less-than-human and more like an object.
Objectification in the brain causes people to treat women as less-than-human.
Objectification predicts reduced perceptions of suffering, reduced sentencing for perpetrators, and reduced blame for harm. [ more ]
Literary Hub
5 months ago
Books

On Literary Empathy and the Performative Reading of Palestinian Authors

The empathy cultivated through literature often remains a performative gesture confined to the realm of fiction.
Growing up as a young Palestinian-American woman in post-9/11 America was profoundly isolating.
The weight of Palestinian history and the trauma of the Nakba has seeped into the community, causing internal oppression. [ more ]
www.esquire.com
5 months ago
Career

Gerry Turner on The Golden Bachelor, Finding Love, Modern Dating

Gerry Turner, star of The Golden Bachelor, brings empathy and emotions to the reality dating series.
The Golden Bachelor is different and more earnest than other reality dating shows.
Turner's story of finding love again after the death of his wife resonates with viewers. [ more ]
Medium
6 months ago
UX design

UX: The Subtle Art of Giving a Fck

UX is about empathizing with users and addressing their needs.
The principles from 'The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck' can be reframed to highlight the importance of caring deeply about users. [ more ]
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