Why is it so hard to have empathy for some people...but effortless for others?

This week on Adulthood is a Project, we're diving into The Empathy Gap. We talk about why empathy doesn't always come naturally, the difference between empathy and sympathy, and why two people can experience the exact same situation but react in completely different ways.

We also unpack something that gets misunderstood all the time: when someone responds to your story with one of their own, are they trying to one-up you...or are they actually trying to connect?

This episode explores how our own experiences shape the way we relate to others, and why assuming good intentions can change the way we communicate.

Because adulthood isn't about agreeing with everyone...it's about learning to understand people whose lives don't ...