In this episode, Erin shares a personal experience of navigating through a shame spiral and how she used empathy to overcome it. She discusses the importance of catching negative thoughts and reframing them, as well as the need to nurture oneself in difficult moments. Erin emphasizes the power of self-awareness and self-care in maintaining emotional well-being. She also highlights the continuous practice of empathy and its transformative impact on relationships and personal growth.

Today on Tactical Empathy:

• Catching negative thoughts and reframing them is crucial in overcoming a shame spiral.
• Nurturing oneself and practicing self-care is essential in difficult moments.
• Self-awareness is key to recognizing and addressing insecurities and anxieties.
• Empathy is a continuous practice that can lead to personal growth and improved relationships.
• Embracing emotions as valuable information and making adjustments in response is important for emotional well-being.

Connect with Erin:

• Instagram: @elthorp
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-thorp-speaker/
• Website: www.erinthorp.ca
• Inside Out Empathy: www.erinthorp.ca/insideout
• Freebie: 5 Practices to Build Empathy Skills