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The Empathy Mirror

February 22, 2008 by Diana Rajchel
Color of the day:  White
Incense of the day:  Alder
 
Color of the day: White
Incense of the day: Alder

When we're surrounded by complex people, we may not understand their motivations. When you work or live with someone who might seem impenetrable, try this simple mirror spell to gain some empathy. Look into a mirror, and visualize the person you want to understand reflected back at you. Be as visceral as possible. Say three times as you gaze into the glass:

Open me, open mind,
Open us, in kind.
To see similarity,
To treat all with charity
Open me, open mind,
Mystery unwind.

As you gaze into the glass, holding the other person's picture in your mind, imagine how that person feels when looking back at you. What do you imagine the thought processes to be? What motivations does this person have? What does the person need to say that you perhaps have not yet heard? See if this helps you behave with empathy toward your co-worker or friend.
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