Empathy and Boundaries
NVC in Our Relationships
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3m 10s
Video free to watch until June 23
Oren Jay Sofer explores how to respond with empathy when someone says something intrusive, inappropriate, or uncomfortable. Through an NVC lens, it highlights the balance between offering generosity and understanding another person’s intention while still honoring personal boundaries, emotional safety, and self-expression. Oren emphasizes that empathy is a choice—not an obligation—and that clear, compassionate boundaries can support both dignity and connection.
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