validation and empathy

presenting: my betrayal list. we also go through your submitted resolutions for 2026 and how they align with mine as well. i talk about the small things that let me down this year, why they stuck with me, and how disappointment builds quietly when you don’t name it. figuring out ... Show More

this week i do something a bit different. i go through my camera roll month by month and randomly pick photos from the last year, then explain what was actually happening behind each one. some are funny, some are embarrassing, some are way heavier than they look. it turns into a ... Show More

we're back with another advice session from your submissions and we talk about girl code, betrayal, and what happens when you do something that doesn’t sit right in your body. i get into female friendships, dating your friend’s ex, why shame hits harder when it comes from other w ... Show More

Empathy is a powerful quality—and a key part of emotional intelligence. But it can prove dangerous when taken too far. When does empathy turn from helpful to harmful? How do you make sure your empathy is emotionally intelligent empathy? Today’s episode answers those important que ... Show More

In the fourth episode of a special “Dare to Lead” series with Adam Grant, Brené and Adam explore the attack on empathy, the difference between cognitive empathy and affective empathy, and what separates empathy from enmeshment. Brené shares a personal story that led to a breakthr ... Show More

In the fifth episode of a special “Dare to Lead” series with Adam Grant, Brené and Adam break down the skillsets of empathy, empathy misses, and how empathy is trickier than walking in someone else’s shoes. They discuss the way empathy can show up as being curious and caring — ir ... Show More

Isla learns about the power of compassion as she tries to lift the spirits of a friend in need. With a crafty plan and a little creativity, she sets out to make a difference, learning the importance of empathy and the golden rule along the way. With special thanks to Kristen Bell ... Show More

Do you struggle to truly connect with others and feel misunderstood in your relationships? Empathy might be the missing link. In this episode, Brendon Burchard dives deep into the art of practicing empathy—a skill that not only strengthens your relationships but also transforms h ... Show More

<p dir="ltr">Last week, Trauma Rewired explored the neurology of narcissism, so this week we're focusing on empathy. Matt Bush, co-lead educator of the Neuro Somatic Intelligence Training, is back on the show to help us dive deeper into why some people are highly empathic and how ... Show More

Caring for others shouldn’t mean losing yourself in their pain. In this episode, Dora explores the difference between empathy and compassion, sharing how compassion lets us stay steady, protect our energy, and truly support the people we love — without collapsing under the weight ... Show More

<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1882875/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>In this episode, we explore practical strategies to manage challenging relationships, including high-conflict individuals and those with personality disorders. D ... Show More

<p>In today&apos;s episode, we&apos;re talking about the delicate balance between compassion for others, and boundaries for ourselves. For those of us who tend towards empathy and curiosity towards others&apos; inner worlds, it&apos;s easy to fixate on the &quot;why&quot; behind ... Show More

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