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, 2.5-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.​​
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The next workshop will take place on June 12th, 11 AM - 1:30 PM. Sign up below.
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