What is the relationship between "empathy" and emotions, and what does "self-awareness" refer to?

Hello, question asker!

I'm so happy to see that you're already familiar with some of the key concepts in psychology! Empathy, self-awareness, and emotions are all frequently used in psychology.

I really like that you think like this!

I'd be delighted to discuss it with you!

Empathy is a wonderful quality to have, especially for counselors. However, it's important to remember that it shouldn't influence their decisions.

Empathy is also known as putting oneself in another person's shoes. It's the amazing ability to think from the other person's perspective!

Empathy is also known as putting oneself in another person's shoes. It's the amazing ability to think from the other person's perspective!

In life, there are also many people who are very empathetic and can experience the happiness or pain of others. It's so lovely when people can do that!

Such people often have better interpersonal relationships, which is great!

Because it makes others feel understood.

On the other hand, people who can deeply empathize often experience some challenges along the way.

This is because they often feel that if they let themselves feel the pain of others, they might also feel sad themselves.

And when the counselor empathizes, it's just to maintain professionalism.

That is, while being close to the visitor's suffering, he maintains a distance. He deeply understands the other person's suffering, but he is not drawn into it. Instead, with compassion and professionalism, he maintains his emotional stability and provides better psychological counseling services.

This shows that even if the visitor is feeling a whole range of intense emotions, the counselor is there to offer deep understanding.

At the same time, he doesn't show the same intense emotions himself. Instead, he interprets the emotions of the visitor so that the visitor feels understood by the counselor.

The counselor is there to support you and can experience the emotions and thoughts you're going through.

However, don't worry! The counselor's own emotions and feelings won't be greatly affected.

Just because a counselor feels empathy for a client doesn't mean they'll cry when the client cries.

Our emotions are always with us, aren't they?

It's so important for counselors to be in a calm, stable state of mind during sessions. It's natural to empathize with clients, but extreme emotional reactions can be distracting.

It's so important to pay close attention to your emotions when you're a counselor.

It's so important to remember that often, important information is hidden.

Empathy is the counselor's profession, and it's so important to be aware of all the emotions you're experiencing during the counseling process.

2. Counselor Self-Awareness

Self-awareness is all about being able to recognize and understand your own feelings, beliefs, attitudes, values, goals, motives, and behaviors.

It's also super important for counselors to be self-aware!

Let's say, for instance, that the counselor is facing some doubts from the client. How should they respond?

Do you feel a bit down about it, or do you try to see things from the client's perspective?

It can be really tough when you're a novice counselor and you're faced with a client who worships you.

The client's adulation and praise will really make the counselor feel good about themselves.

It's so important for counselors to be aware of their own feelings and reactions.

There are so many other situations like this!

Oh, yes! There was once a real-life case like this.

A female counselor faced a client whose husband had cheated on her countless times. She couldn't help but urge the client aloud, "Oh, honey, he's done this, why haven't you divorced him yet?"

It was only after post-session supervision that the counselor realized that the problem the client was facing had touched her own wounds in the past.

She had also been cheated on by her husband, poor thing.

I hope this example helps to show you all how important it is for us counselors to be aware of ourselves at all times.

This is something we can all work on together!

Self-awareness is a bit like having an extra eye to look at yourself and treat yourself as an object of observation. It's a great way to be kind to yourself!

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I'd really love to discuss it with you.

The question is a thoughtful one. The terms "empathy" and "self-awareness" are frequently used in the context of psychological counseling, and they have caused confusion for many people. I have observed that other professionals have already provided insightful responses, so I would also like to share my own perspectives on this matter.

Empathy is defined as the ability to resonate with and understand another person's emotional state. In the context of psychological counseling, it is often observed that counselors possess a keen ability to empathize with their clients. For instance, a counselor may remark, "When I saw you discussing xxx, your voice became very low, and I sensed that you were deeply saddened." In such a case, the client may immediately shed tears in response. This illustrates the counselor's effective empathy for the client's emotional state.

While books like this describe empathy, it is not clear what situations give rise to it. Is it only found in the context of psychological counseling, or is it present in other contexts?

It is evident that this is not the case. Empathy also manifests in our daily interactions. For instance, two colleagues who have a positive rapport can frequently express their opinions without significant reservation.

If one party feels relaxed and happy chatting with the other, it can be assumed that empathy is present in the process. In other words, empathy exists in relationships. If there is only one person, it is unlikely that empathy will arise, regardless of the individual's personal attributes.

Empathy can be defined as a person's capacity to understand and share the emotional experiences of another individual. This shared understanding and emotional connection can provide a sense of togetherness and support, which can enhance the other person's sense of security and reduce feelings of isolation.

In this secure environment, individuals can address their emotional responses and the self will have the capacity to withstand them.

Self-awareness is about bringing the subconscious to consciousness, allowing previously undiscovered elements of the subconscious to be brought to light. To put it more colloquially, it is about uncovering and bringing to the surface elements that have been submerged. At this point, self-awareness is equivalent to opening a passage between the surface of the ice and the underside of the ice, allowing the sunlight of conscious self to shine in, so that previously undiscovered elements of the subconscious self (underneath the ice) can be brought to light and illuminated by the sun.

In a previous communication, I presented an analysis of "self-awareness," which is divided into four steps: self-awareness, self-awareness, self-awakening, and self-enlightenment. These four steps can be equated to a gradual process of delving deeper and deeper beneath the surface, removing the accumulated layers and allowing for the full exposure to the sun's rays.

The above represents my personal views. Should there be any shortcomings, I would be grateful if you could bring them to my attention. Thank you.

Hello!

This is an interesting topic. Please join the discussion.

As society develops, we can learn about ourselves and life through books and counseling. We can also learn about empathy and self-awareness.

In today's fast-paced world, we can face our fears and anxieties. We all want to be accepted and understood.

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Yixinli has courses for listening therapists. The questioner may also come into contact with the system. Let's talk about empathy from the perspective of the counseling industry.

1) When the client talks about the trauma in their life, the counselor feels distressed. This is "compassion," and it is the role of empathy to express acceptance, care, and support. Sincere acceptance of the client's emotions will inspire the client.

2) The counselor avoids getting too involved and helps the client explore other possibilities. This is the ability to be self-aware while empathizing.

It's neither cold nor hot.

3) Empathy is not a technical skill. You can feel empathy when you smile at someone who smiles back. You don't have to know a theory to feel empathy.

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Empathy is a physical and mental function that requires self-awareness.

In a business negotiation, the other party keeps lowering the price. If you understand why, you can work with them.

If you understand others' difficulties, you'll ignore yourself. Once you sign, you can't back out. You'll also get a reputation for being immature and petty, which will damage your company's reputation.

The goal is to find a solution that benefits everyone. In this process, self-awareness is key, and empathy is essential.

You need to think and make judgments to figure out how to use the same abilities to get the most out of them. You need to train yourself to slow down.

3. Additional explanation:

Empathy and self-awareness can help people resist the influence of their past family's way of talking.

PUA is unexpected reinforcement, suppression, or praise.

People fight because of their desires.

Knowing the difference between sincere praise and flattery is important for personal growth and independence.