Sympathy vs Empathy When I was in Nursing School, there was an ongoing debate between the concepts of Empathy and Sympathy. My youthful understanding and subsequent belief was a that sympathy equates to compassion. As a hospice nurse, compassion is at the tippy top of the patient care plan. Many people argued (and at the… Continue reading Sympathy vs Empathy
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Parenting Manifesto by Brene Brown
In thinking about today’s earlier post about encouraging children to express their emotions, I am reminded of the great Parenting Manifesto by Brene Brown. Have you seen it? If not, I would encourage you to take a look and be inspired. It is a major Silver Lining! Speaking of Silver Linings, Brene Brown’s book Daring Greatly is a MUST read. It will… Continue reading Parenting Manifesto by Brene Brown