How to develop empathy skills

A psychologist and photographer discuss how to develop empathy skills, empathy vs sympathy, and how to use empathy in your daily life.

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Topics discussed:
* what is empathy?
* empathy vs sympathy
* empathy in photography
* empathy in psychotherapy
* active listening
* mindful photography
* compassion
* vulnerability

Learn more:
* 5 Ways to Be More Empathetic: time.com/3562863/5-ways-to-be-more-empathetic/
* How to Be More Empathetic: nytimes.com/guides/year-of-living-better/how-to…
* 6 things to do when someone suffers a tragedy or loss: youtu.be/Sn17mCCGo1M

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