Empathy is the ability to connect emotionally with others; to see things from their point of view and to imagine how they might feel. Many people would argue that empathy is at the heart of being human. Still, we have all encountered people at different times in our life who seriously lack this skill. In a world where parents are reminding their children to choose kindness, helping them develop empathy is critical.
There are multiple ways to cultivate empathy with your children and in your family. It may surprise you to learn that you can find most of these teachable moments happen right at home.