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Why Empathy Is a Difficult But Essential Tool in Divorce


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In this week's episode, we're exploring why empathy is so challenging in the context of divorce, why it's a key factor in conflict resolution and negotiation, and what can be done to foster it.

One of the primary reasons empathy is so challenging during divorce and co-parenting is the intensity of emotions involved. Big feelings like anger, betrayal, resentment, injustice and more can invoke our natural instinct is to protect ourselves. 

Also, the legal process and the adversarial nature of divorce proceedings can create an environment of competition rather than cooperation where any show of empathy might be seen as weakness.

Listen in as Tracy and Debra talk about the role of empathy in divorce and the 7 tools we can use to effectively use empathy strategically to improve outcomes for families.

Divorce often brings emotional chaos—and as attorneys, mediators, financial advisors, divorce coaches, and dispute resolution professionals, you're tasked with guiding clients through it.

Join us for a practical and engaging LinkedIn Learning webinar:
“From Chaos to Clarity: Strategies for Work with High Emotional Clients in Divorce" 

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Website: www.divorcecoachesacademy.com
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Divorce Coaches AcademyBy Tracy Callahan and Debra Doak

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