Empathy Basics
What is empathy?
Understanding and sharing someone else’s feelings.
What is resilience?
The ability to bounce back from challenges or setbacks.
Your friend is sad. What do you do?
Ask how they’re feeling, listen, and offer support.
What’s the difference?
Empathy = feeling with someone; Sympathy = feeling for someone.
What’s one thing that helps you stay calm?
Breathing, journaling, talking to someone, or taking a break.
Name one way to show empathy.
Listening, offering help, or saying kind words.
Name one way to bounce back from failure.
Try again, ask for help, or learn from mistakes.
You failed a test. What’s next?
Reflect, ask for feedback, and study differently next time.
Which one involves shared feelings?
Empathy
Name a person who helps you feel strong.
could be anyone like a teacher or a parent
What does “put yourself in their shoes” mean?
Imagine how someone else feels in their situation.
What’s a growth mindset?
Believing you can improve through effort and learning.
A classmate is crying. What’s your move?
Sit nearby, ask if they’re okay, and offer comfort.
Give an example of sympathy.
“I’m sorry you’re going through that.”
What’s a time you showed resilience?
after a setback, during a challenge, etc.
Why is listening important in empathy?
It helps you understand others without judging or interrupting.
How does asking for help show resilience?
It shows strength and willingness to grow, not weakness.
You’re nervous to present. What’s a resilient thought?
“I’m nervous, but I’ll prepare and do my best.”
Give an example of empathy.
“I’ve felt that way too. Want to talk about it?”
What’s a time you showed empathy?
comforting a friend, helping someone in need, etc.
How can empathy help solve conflicts?
It helps people feel heard and respected, making compromise easier.
Why is resilience important in school?
It helps you keep going when things get tough—like tests, friendships, or challenges.
Your teammate yells at you. How do you respond empathetically?
Ask if something’s bothering them instead of yelling back.
Why is empathy more powerful than sympathy in friendships?
It builds deeper connection and trust by truly understanding each other.
Create a superhero with empathy and resilience powers!
Anything as long as it makes sense and goes along with empathy and resilience