Walking in Their Shoes

What does it mean to "put yourself in the other person’s shoes"?

• To wear their shoes

• To understand their perspective

• To walk like them

• To ignore their feelings

Which of the following is an example of acknowledging someone's feelings?

• "I don't care how you feel."

• "That must have been exciting for you!"

• "You should feel differently."

• "I have no idea what you're talking about."

Why is practicing empathy important?

• It helps you win arguments.

• It makes you more popular.

• It helps build better relationships.

• It allows you to avoid responsibilities.

Which of the following actions does NOT demonstrate empathy?

• Listening carefully to someone’s story

• Interrupting someone to share your own experience

• Saying, "I understand how you feel."

• Offering help when someone is upset

If a friend is sad because they lost a game, how can you show empathy?

• Tell them they should have played better

• Ignore them and talk about something else

• Say, "I know you tried your best, and that's what matters."

• Laugh and say it's just a game

How can you show empathy to a colleague who is stressed about a deadline?

• Tell them to relax and not worry about it

• Criticize them for poor time management

• Offer to help them with their tasks

• Ignore their stress and focus on your work

What is a benefit of showing empathy in a team setting?

• It creates a competitive environment

• It fosters trust and cooperation

• It allows you to dominate discussions

• It helps you avoid team activities

Which of the following is a sign of empathetic listening?

• Changing the subject frequently

• Interrupting to give your opinion

• Checking your phone while someone talks

• Nodding and maintaining eye contact