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Podcast: The Back to Me Podcast
Episode: 190. Empathy in Action: Listening, Supporting, and Saving Lives with Clifton Bright, Jr
Description: Let’s talk about empathy! Do we really want to understand each other? As we wrap up Suicide Prevention Month, we welcome back Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Clifton Bright, Jr. for an honest dive into the challenges people face with their feelings in today's world. Clifton unpacks three distinct types of empathy to emphasize their value, especially in times of crisis, and guides us through the art of listening to understand rather than simply respond. Don’t miss the unforgettable story he shares about a survivor who jumped off a bridge and lived, illuminating what it truly takes to show up f...