Alicia Kae Miller

When we shine a light on the dark places of our lives and directly engage one another with the intent to listen to learn rather than to respond, we put color to an otherwise blank canvas by developing relationships enriched with dignity and respect. The focus of this discussion is how to become a master in the art of empathy. Through active listening, participants receive a practicable skill set accessible in any setting, including at the workplace and home.

When we step out of our comfort zone and bridge the empathy gap with spirit-aligned action, ambivalence is released in favor of a more profound emotional connection; a crack in our belief system reveals previously unseen light. This discussion focuses on vital behavioral habits necessary to put empathy into action. Participants learn a working strategy and supporting tactics to become advocates for empathy in their own lives.

Consider a defining moment when you were either the giver or recipient of empathy when you felt truly seen, heard, and understood. We call this the empathy sweet spot — the moment we replace the perceived distance between what we think and how we feel with love. This discussion focuses on honest assessment and teardown of indivisible walls that segregate society. To move humanity toward a "we" mindset, participants are challenged to confront biases and "me" minded ethos.