Exploring Empathy in Everyday Life

What is empathy?

• The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

• The ability to solve complex mathematical problems.

• The ability to memorize facts quickly.

• The ability to run long distances.

Which of the following is a sign of active listening?

• Interrupting the speaker frequently.

• Making eye contact and nodding.

• Checking your phone while someone is talking.

• Thinking about what you will say next.

How can you show compassion in action?

• Ignoring someone who is upset.

• Offering help to someone in need.

• Laughing at someone’s mistake.

• Criticizing someone for their feelings.

Why is empathy important in conflict resolution?

• It helps you win arguments.

• It allows you to understand both sides of the conflict.

• It makes conflicts worse.

• It helps you avoid conflicts altogether.

Which of the following is NOT a component of empathy?

• Understanding others' feelings.

• Active listening.

• Ignoring others' emotions.

• Compassionate action.

What is a good practice for active listening?

• Finishing the speaker’s sentences.

• Asking clarifying questions.

• Daydreaming while someone is talking.

• Talking over the speaker.

How can you practice empathy in everyday life?

• By judging others quickly.

• By putting yourself in someone else's shoes.

• By ignoring others' feelings.

• By focusing only on your own needs.

What is an example of showing empathy in a conversation?

• Changing the subject to something you like.

• Listening without interrupting and acknowledging feelings.

• Talking about yourself the entire time.

• Disagreeing with everything the other person says.

Which of the following is a benefit of empathy?

• It creates more misunderstandings.

• It strengthens relationships.

• It makes you less popular.

• It leads to more arguments.

What is a sign that someone is not practicing active listening?

• They repeat what you said in their own words.

• They ask questions about what you said.

• They look around the room while you are talking.

• They nod and make eye contact.