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Empathy

A muscle that must be exercised

What does it mean to be empathetic?

Empathy is the art of deeply understanding and sharing another's feelings, allowing us to connect beyond words and experiences. It is the quiet strength that builds bridges over divides, offering comfort and compassion in moments when they’re most needed. Through empathy, we see the world through another’s eyes, broadening our own perspective and nurturing kindness. It is a reminder that, despite our differences, our humanity is intertwined, and in truly understanding others, we enrich ourselves.

Are You Empathic?

Are You Empathic? 3 Types of Empathy and What They Mean!

Empathy is an essential skill that transcends mere emotional understanding; it encompasses multiple dimensions.

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Walking in My Shoes

You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view…until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.

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Perspective-Taking Empathy”, which is the ability to put oneself into a person’s “shoes” and see things from his/her perspective

Quote from: To Kill a Mockingbird

the power of empathy

Empathy is the courage to step into someone else’s heartache, to feel their pain as if it’s your own. It’s reaching out, even in silence, to let them know they’re not alone. In a world so quick to judge, empathy is the gentle whisper that reminds us we all need kindness.

Have you ever truly considered how deeply we focus on another person?

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It can be incredibly challenging to inspire others to truly see the world through someone else’s eyes.

Empathy is the quiet strength of feeling another's silent pain, of holding their sorrow as if it were your own, and loving them through moments they cannot face alone.

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Walking in my shoes

A profound exploration of empathy that invites you to connect deeply with others and understand their experiences.

The idiom "walking in my shoes" is a profound reminder of the importance of empathy—the ability to see life through another’s eyes and feel, at least in part, what they feel. To truly understand someone, it’s not enough to observe their actions or hear their words; we must take the time to imagine what it’s like to live their experiences, face their struggles, and carry their dreams. As Atticus Finch famously said in To Kill a Mockingbird, “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view… until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.” This quote speaks to a universal truth about empathy: it’s only through stepping out of our own perspective and stepping into someone else's that we gain real understanding and compassion.

In Man’s Search for Meaning, Viktor Frankl writes about finding humanity in the darkest of places. Through his experiences in concentration camps, he learned that each person’s suffering is unique and deeply personal. Frankl’s message is that we can’t fully grasp another’s struggles just by looking at them from the outside; instead, we must try to feel and understand what it’s like to bear their burdens. It’s about seeing beyond the surface, beyond our judgments, and recognizing that each person’s path is shaped by challenges we may never fully know.

Brené Brown, known for her work on vulnerability and empathy, says, “Empathy has no script. There is no right way or wrong way to do it. It’s simply listening, holding space, withholding judgment, emotionally connecting, and communicating that incredibly healing message of ‘You’re not alone.’” Walking in another’s shoes isn’t about finding the perfect words or solutions; it’s about being present, fully open to another’s reality, even when it’s unfamiliar or uncomfortable. In a world that often feels divided, “walking in my shoes” calls us to bridge the gaps between us by recognizing the humanity we all share. It’s a call to move beyond judgment and to meet one another in the quiet understanding that, in some way, we are all connected. Empathy, then, is both a journey and a gift—an invitation to see, feel, and grow in ways we could never experience on our own..

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"It is very hard to show PEOPLE to see through others’ eyes!

Reflect:How often do we pause to imagine life in someone else’s shoes? How might our relationships change if we practiced this daily? Empathy isn’t about agreeing with everyone; it’s about accepting that everyone has their own path, shaped by experiences we may never fully know.

What does it mean to truly “walk in someone else’s shoes”?

Why is perspective-taking essential for understanding others?

How can literature and famous quotes help us embrace empathy?

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Visual content is a transversal, universal language, like music. We can understand images from millions of years ago, even from other cultures.

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We are visual beings.

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We teach through stories. They entertain us and help hold our attention.

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We need to interact with one another. We learn in a collaborative way

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Interactive visual communication, step by step:

1. Plan the structure of your materials.
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Tip: Interactivity is the key to capturing the interest and attention of your class. A genially is interactive because your students explore and engage with it.

¿Sabías que...Retenemos un 42% más de información cuando el contenido se mueve? Es quizá el recurso más efectivo para captar la atención de tu alumnado.

Did you know? 90% of the information we assimilate is received through sight? Visual resources are a huge help for reinforcing your materials: images, illustrations, gifs, videos ... Not only because they stay in our memories, but because they’re more attractive and easier to understand.

Truquito: La interactividad es la pieza clave para captar el interés y la atención de tus estudiantes. Un genially es interactivo porque tu alumnado explora yse relaciona con él.

¡Ojo! En Genially utilizamos AI (Awesome Interactivity) en todos nuestros diseños, para que subas de nivel con interactividad y conviertas tus clases en algo que aporta valor y engancha.

In Genially you’ll find more than 1,000 templates that are all ready for you to enter your content and customize, and that are super handy for your classes?

The important thing is that everything fits the theme.

Did you know?...In Genially you’ll find more than 1,000 templates that are all ready for you to enter your content and customize, and that are super handy for your classes?

Tip: Interactivity is the key to capturing the interest and attention of your class. A genially is interactive because your students explore and engage with it.

Emotional connection or engagement with your class increases when they identify with the message you want to communicate.

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If your genially includes info that is difficult to explain or understand, including graphs will help students understand and make sense of it. Still not convinced you need to use graphs to promote learning? Well, you should know that our brains love them, and if the content is animated, even better! Our brains retain 42% more information from dynamic stimuli.

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Renowned psychologist Mark Davis identifies three distinct types of empathy that can enrich our interactions. First, there’s Perspective-Taking, where we step into another’s shoes and view the world through their eyes—an invaluable ability that fosters deeper understanding without the need to share their emotions. Next is Personal Distress, which occurs when we genuinely feel the emotions of others, such as experiencing anxiety during an intense movie scene. While this can create a strong connection, it’s important to manage it carefully to avoid emotional overwhelm. Lastly, we have Empathic Concern, the form of empathy that resonates most with us: recognizing someone’s distress and responding with heartfelt compassion. Each type serves a unique purpose, and mastering the balance among them can empower us to connect more meaningfully while maintaining our emotional well-being. It’s about cultivating self-awareness and tuning into others in a way that uplifts both parties.

In Genially, we use AI (Awesome interactivity) in all our designs so that you can level up with interactivity and turn your teaching materials into something that engages.

Truquito:La conexión emocional o engagement con tu contenido aumenta cuando consigues que tu clase se identifique con el mensaje que quieres transmitir.

Plantea una pregunta o problema que haga pensar a la clase; Es el ingrediente esencial para mantener su atención. Se suele plantear al inicio del tema para fomentar su pensamiento crítico y participación.

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