Fortify Life Workshop
APPLYING EMPATHY:
Practical strategies for genuine connection.
​Empathy isn't just a feeling—it's a highly valuable tool that helps you show up better for yourself and the people you love, lead, and live alongside.
Join us for a FREE, hands-on, 2-hour workshop that will give you the tools to respond with clarity and connection when working with teams, community partners, or navigating challenging interpersonal situations.
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Through a blend of theory and scenario-based exercises, you will:
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Learn what empathy actually is (and what it isn't).
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Explore how trauma impacts behavior and communication.
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Learn how to recognize your skills gaps.
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Discover how empathetic responses can deescalate tension and build trust.
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Strengthen your interpersonal presence.​​
Workshop
Details
Friday, March 20th, 2026
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Fortify Center at Greenhurst
1710 N Main St, Suite A
Auburn, Indiana 46706
United States
Lunch provided
Workshop and lunch are free
Workshop Impressions
Taking time out to deepen my understanding of empathy has allowed me to broaden my perspectives and really listen when someone is sharing their thoughts/ideas/opinions with me.
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In my line of work, this must be at the forefront. I feel like I've really become a better listener and hopefully thought partner when needed."
Lori Vaughn
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Assistant Superintendent, Dekalb County Central United School District
Jesus is the ultimate model of empathy — the entire gospel presents the most balanced empathetic response in history.
Although this workshop was not directly religious, I found real-life practical tools to help me live my life more like Jesus — with empathy."
Adam Diehl​
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Lead Pastor, New Hope Christian Center
I liked the discussion on empathy and how it can relate to everyone in any profession, setting, situation and every day life.
If we all show a little more empathy in today’s world, society would have less tension and stress of individuals."
Chief Cory Heffelfinger
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Auburn Police Department