DEI Course 1: Community of Practice Activity
Empathy Breeds Connection!
(Video)
Instructions: In this brief video excerpt, bestselling author Brené Brown offers a concise overview and framing for understanding the concept of empathy, delving into its authentic nature and its role in fostering meaningful cross-cultural relationships.
Debrief Questions: After watching the video with your team use the following questions to engage in intergroup dialogue.
- Discuss an “at least” that can potentially hinder your relationship with each other and/or patients.
- Share a time when you expressed empathy towards another person.
- How can empathy improve your working relationships with other and/or patients you serve?
- Do you agree with the statement: “empathy is different than sympathy?” Share your thoughts with your fellow team members.