Empathy

Empathy sets a solid foundation for many of our relationships throughout life – whether with family, friends or even colleagues. It also plays an essential role as you continue on the path to long-term recovery and sobriety. At its root, empathy is described as being able to understand and relate to the emotions of others. It bridges the gap between what you’ve learned in a treatment setting and how to recover relationships that may have been hurt during your addiction. Throughout the recovery process, you may experience a wide variety of emotions that leave you feeling vulnerable and exposed. Although learning to express empathy may initially seem challenging, it can be built upon over time as you continue to heal from your addiction.