Comes Quote by Stanley Greenspan
“Empathy comes from being empathized with.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Psychology Textbook, 1998
Empathy arises when we have experienced being understood and cared for ourselves.
In simple terms: Empathy comes from being understood.
Cultivate empathy by being empathized.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- counseling
- team building
- education
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal experience shape empathy?
- Can empathy be taught without lived experience?
Empathy may be limited without reciprocal understanding.