Category: Relationships

  • Can’t See Past the Tip of Their Own Nose: When Tunnel Vision Blocks Empathy

    Can’t See Past the Tip of Their Own Nose: When Tunnel Vision Blocks Empathy

    That old, simple wisdom—”Sometimes people we love… can’t see past the tip of their own nose”—isn’t meant to condemn. It’s meant to explain. It reminds us that empathy is a resource, and when a person’s life tank is completely empty, they struggle to fill up anyone else’s. The crucial step is recognizing when your own…

  • U.N.I.T.Y: We Need Community

    U.N.I.T.Y: We Need Community

    The author emphasizes the importance of “third spaces” for organic connections, highlighting spontaneous conversations that nurture community.