Empathy helps us understand and connect with one other emotionally.  It allows us to see another perspective, find common ground, and build social bonds.  This short video by Brene Brown does a good job on describing empathy. Without empathy, we may struggle to relate to those who are different from us, leading to biases we are unable to see.  This can impact relationships both personally and professionally.  Lack of empathy may contribute to an environment where individuals feel isolated, misunderstood, or unsupported.   Empathy is a cornerstone for emotional well being and it is a critical skill in today’s society.   

STRESS. We all have it. Sometimes it comes in the form of the washer breaking the same week your car gets a flat tire and your gas bill doubled. Other times, it’s the really heavy stuff like serious illness, loss of a loved one, or any unexpected tragedy. But it’s how we make it through to the other side of those situations that matters. How we adapt, recover from adversity, and learn from difficult experiences is what determines how resilient we are.

In the workplace, resiliency is often a skill that is critical to job roles. Resilient employees are better equipped to handle change and maintain performance when faced with challenges. Resilient leaders have the ability to guide their teams through uncertainty while inspiring confidence.