Perspective taking relies not only upon our ability to share emotions with others, but also upon our capacity to regulate our own emotions. 

The point is not to ask ourselves what we would...

What you know about where people come from and how they came to be the people they are is critical in determining what to say and do. 

It's frustrating when we give too much or too little information. Different persons react to just the rig...

We observe people instinctively and notice subtleties such as what they are doing, where they are looking, and what their body language is indicating. This helps us determine if we feel comfortable around them which helps us decide if we want to interact with them and how.

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Most people speak indirectly, which requires us to infer the actual meaning of what they are trying to say. 

This creates a lot of room for misinterpretation, especially through text or email. 

What we decide to say or not say requires that we interpret as acc...

Perspective taking requires the maturity to gain the knowledge and be respectful of another person’s personal beliefs. 

When we are disrespectful to another person and their belief system it is the quickest path to creating separation and division between people.

Not all people share ...