The Empathy Effect - 7 Neuroscience-Based Keys for Transforming the Way We Live, Love, Work, and Connect Across Differences (Relié)

Empathy is undergoing a new evolution. In a global and interconnected culture, we can no longer afford to identify only with people who seem to be a part of our "tribe." As Dr. Helen Riess has learned, our capacity for empathy is not just an innate trait—it is also a skill that we can learn and expand. With The Empathy Effect, Dr. Riess presents a definitive resource on empathy : the science behind how it works, new research on how empathy develops from birth to adulthood, and tools for building your capacity to create authentic emotional connection with others in any situation.
Drawing from her breakthrough empathy training program for health care, business, and education, Dr. Riess presents : The EMPATHY method—a powerful seven-step system for understanding and increasing empathy, starting with Eye Contact and ending with Your Response. How empathy works—a comprehensive overview of the latest research. Tools for recognizing and promoting empathic behavior in yourself and others.
Parenting and teaching empathy in kids—guidance for every stage of development. Digital empathy—the modern challenge of authentic connection in the information age. Leading with empathy—combining compassion with efficiency through group empathy skills and shared mind intelligence. How to reverse scapegoating and recognize our shared humanity. Self-compassion—why your ability to express love toward yourself affects every other relationship.