Sympathy vs Empathy

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

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