You're going to lose it when you follow the world "feel" with the words "because I think". Any time you are thinking, your chance of getting what you need is greatly decreased, especially when you follow the word "think" with the word "you". I predict you won't only not get heard, but I predict a defensive aggressive reaction.

The more we talk about the past, the less we heal from it.

Not getting our needs fulfilled is painful - but it's a sweet pain, not suffering, which is what comes from life-alienated thinking and interpretation.

Empathize with silence by listening for the feelings and needs behind it.

Understanding and connection can transcend conflict.

Plans to exact retribution are never going to make us safer.

Empathy gives you the ability to enjoy another person's pain.