How Today’s World Is Affecting Our Daily Lives
Self Empathy
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2m 45s
In the 2025 Reclaiming Strength and Hope event, Catherine Cadden, Duke Duchsherer, Jesse Wiens Chu, Kathleen Macferran, and Mary Mackenzie explore how global events impact daily life, emotional resilience, and self-connection. Through a focus on empathy, grounding, and parenting, they share honest reflections on navigating overwhelm, uncertainty, and staying centered. In brief yet powerful responses, each voice offers a glimpse into balancing personal needs with the realities of a changing world. This conversation invites viewers into a relatable and human exploration of resilience, presence, and care.
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