Discussion Topic Directions: As explained in this module, empathy is the capacit

Discussion Topic Directions: As explained in this module, empathy is the capacity to share and understand another person’s feelings and experience. This ability to read another’s emotional position is vital for success as a Human Services Professional. Consider the quote below that discusses the importance of empathy: “What I learned is, we have to listen to each other, even when we don’t agree, even when we think we hate each other. We have to listen to each other’s narratives. Not interrupt defensively, or with hostility, but really try to open our hearts and listen with empathy.”–Jane Fonda For your initial post, locate and share a quote that includes the mention of empathy. Explain why you chose the quote and what it means to you. Review the posts made by your classmates. Choose a classmate who has chosen a quote different from your own and write a reply explaining why your classmate’s quote was meaningful to you. Another students discussion post that I need to reply back to. “This capacity for empathy leads to a genuine encounter, we have to progress toward this culture of encounter , in which heart speaks to heart.” — Pope Francis I chose this quote because I believe if mankind would truly “see,” through another’s eyes, in their journey, and begin to put their guard down instead of becoming defensive, there would be less hatred and violence in this world today. We all walk the same journey, just at different times. Often it is forgotten that we are not perfect nor above another. We have to remind ourselves that not everyone processes their emotions the same way. There will always be times that we do not agree with someone; their choices, values or even the way they behave but we must be open minded and never judgemental. In the Human Service profession we must remain neutral, be understanding and all those we help. Seeing and feeling sincere empathy expel from someone, is received and appreciated when seeking help. It could make or break a relationship, professional or personal. I often share this with others. If we all did not have the capacity to speak, how would we know what the other is saying? I answer with, when one heart speaks to another and connect, you have been heard.