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Empathy: Why Your Kids Should Know It
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You also want to read people's expressions and body language so they're more in tune with how people are feeling. Another beneficial exercise is discussing emotions with your child. Get your child's take on how he or she perceives a person's response or emotional state. You want your child to be perceptive when it comes to dealing with others. Try to get your children to put themselves in others' shoes.
Ask your child how they would feel if they were in a similar situation. You want your child to be able to relate to the plights of others. Explain to your children how other people are feeling. For example, say things to your children like, "Grandma gets lonely because she lives all by herself," or "Uncle Tommy is exhausted because he had to work hard all night, and hasn't gotten to sleep at all."
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