Ever wonder why your well-intentioned words fall flat? Learn the 5 common mistakes that kill connection and discover how curiosity, not fixing, transforms conversations.
The story
I was thinking about why empathy feels so complicated sometimes.
The truth is, most of us were never taught how to genuinely connect with others. We fumble through conversations, wanting to help but often making things worse.
The core of Practical Empathy? Understand feelings and needs without judgment. Simple concept, tough execution.
In Chapter 3 of my book, I outline five absolute “no-no’s” that kill connection:
• Giving unsolicited advice
• Reassuring when someone just needs to be heard
• Comparing your problems to theirs
• Using “should” statements
• Making demands
Each feels helpful but actually creates distance.
When I stopped trying to “fix” people’s emotions and started getting curious about them instead, my conversations transformed. People felt seen rather than solved.
If you’ve ever walked away from an important conversation thinking “that didn’t go how I wanted,” the principles in Chapter 3 of “A Practical EmPath” might be exactly what you’re missing.
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