Healing through Empathy & Self-Compassion: Karen Faith – Into Healing S2, Ep.11

Into Healing with Mira Kaddoura

Karen Faith, Founder and CEO of Others Unlimited, is an ethnographer with over 20 years of experience. As a strategist and thought leader, she created the Others curriculum, a groundbreaking program that fosters empathy and transforms how people connect. Karen is passionate about teaching emotional intelligence, empowering individuals to shift perspectives and build meaningful relationships—whether among colleagues, communities, or nations. In this episode, Karen explores empathy’s transformative power, discussing unconditional welcome, the balance of judgment and acceptance, and the role of self-awareness. She shares practical advice on developing cognitive empathy, distinguishing it from compassion, and building genuine connections. Karen also reflects on her personal healing journey, highlighting shadow work, radical self-acceptance, and embracing all aspects of oneself. Join us to uncover ways to deepen relationships, navigate human complexities, and create a more compassionate world.
⭐️ In this episode, you’ll learn ⭐️
00:35 Meet Karen Faith: Ethnographer and Empathy Expert
02:25 Understanding Empathy: Types and Practices
06:08 Empathy as a Learnable Skill
07:41 Self-Reflection and Non-Judgment
13:21 Empathy in a Divisive World
13:52 Personal Stories of Empathy and Understanding
26:58 The Power of Acceptance and Honesty
29:59 Healing Through Shadow Work
35:11 The Journey of Self-Care and Kindness
41:24 Trauma and the Path to Forgiveness
55:03 Sharing My Story: A Personal Journey
55:57 The Grounding Room: A Safe Haven
56:47 Understanding Abuse and Its Impact
58:53 Discovering Internal Family Systems Therapy
01:02:17 The Power of Connection and Empathy
01:04:08 Exploring Healing Modalities
01:05:58 Unconditional Welcome and Non-Judgment
01:09:55 Practicing Empathy and Cognitive Understanding
01:14:41 The Journey to Self-Love and Acceptance
01:41:35 Final Reflections and Gratitude
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📚 Episode References:
Scale of The Universe: https://scaleofuniverse.com/en
Dr. Richard Schwartz: https://shorturl.at/kZVqt
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