The more we use words that in any way imply criticism, the more difficult it is for people to stay connected to the beauty within themselves.

Classifying and judging people promotes violence.

With empathy we don't direct, we follow. Don't just do something, be there.

To be able to hear our own feelings and needs and to empathize with them can free us from depression.

The best way I can get understanding from another person is to give this person the understanding, too. If I want them to hear my needs and feelings, I first need to empathize.

If we want to be compassionate we must be conscious of the words we use. We must both speak and listen from the heart.

What evidence is there that we've adequately empathized with the other person? First, when an individual realizes that everything going on within has received full empathic understanding, they will experience a sense of relief. We can become aware of this phenomenon by noticing a corresponding release of tension in our own body.