593. Cultivating Empathy in a Divided World - Dr. Payal Beri, RK Empathy
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Overview
Meet Payal. She’s an organizational psychologist, empathy advocate, and founder of RK Empathy. For nearly two decades, Dr. Beri has empowered leaders, communities, and individuals to connect on a deeper level, helping us see that we have more in common than we often realize. She’s on a mission to break down the divisions that separate us and build stronger, more connected communities💪 Tune in to hear how emotional intelligence and empathy can transform your leadership and your organization 🧠💙
💡 Learn
How empathy bridges divides in today’s polarized world
What an empathy-based approach looks like in action
Practical ways to cultivate emotional intelligence in your organization
Today’s Guest
Payal Beri, PhD, Psychologist + Founder, RK Empathy
“Growth only happens when you’re uncomfortable.”
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Episode Highlights
Payal’s story and journey to where she is today (3:55)
Payal’s transition to organizational psychology and empathy work (9:15)
Emotional intelligence as a tool for accountability and empathy (16:30)
Empathy and the Reframing Perspectives Framework (29:05)
Intimate Changemakers Dinners (37:55)
A powerful moment of philanthropy in Payal’s life (46:10)
Payal’s One Good Thing: Just be curious and patient with yourself. Be kind to yourself. Be patient with others. (50:00)
How to connect with Payal (51:45)
Powerful Quotes
“I may be living in this world through one narrative, but it isn’t the only reality.” -Payal
“Empathy is about understanding the emotional response.” -Payal
“Emotional intelligence doesn’t mean you are not going to have hard moments or challenges. It’s about how you handle it.” -Payal
“It’s okay to be uncomfortable.” -Payal
“Growth only happens when you’re uncomfortable.” -Payal
“We need a different language of connectivity right now.” -Becky
“In order to have empathy for others, it’s not about you, don’t make it about you.” -Payal
“To activate empathy in its purest form, we need to first understand and have compassion for ourselves.” -Payal
“What is the narrative that you’re living in?” -Payal
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