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Empathising with someone doesn't mean that you need to agree

Writer's picture: Alice SheldonAlice Sheldon

When you hear about empathy, do you worry that you are going to have to give away your ideas and opinions to empathise with the other person?


The good news is that you absolutely don't.


It's actually really important to hold very tight to the needs and values that mean so much to us. At the same time, we can practise letting of the strategies that may not serve us.


Find out more in this quick video.

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What people say
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Needs Understanding is such a powerful and flexible tool.

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It's helped me to find new ways forward in challenging situations, and to build even stronger relationships.

Jonathan Parr, Headteacher,

UK Junior School

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