In this episode of The Non-Obvious Show, host Rohit Bhargava engages with Michael Tennant, an empathy expert and founder of Curiosity Lab, discussing the importance of emotional awareness, vulnerability, and community in fostering deeper connections. Tennant shares his personal journey through loss and the development of his card game, Actually Curious, aimed at promoting empathy. The conversation explores the role of men's groups in emotional leadership, the impact of societal changes on empathy, and practical methods for cultivating empathy in oneself and others.

Takeaways

Being willing to feel heart emotions is crucial.
Empathy often requires vulnerability and self-reflection.
Men's groups can provide a unique space for emotional growth.
The game Actually Curious helps facilitate deeper conversations.
Personal tragedy can lead to a greater understanding of empathy.
Emotional intelligence is essential for building connections.
Community plays a vital role in emotional healing.
Learning empathy can be a structured process.
It's important to meet people where they are emotionally.
Understanding oneself is key to fostering empathy.

Chapters

00:00 The Power of Emotional Awareness
02:57 Empathy and Vulnerability: A Personal Journey
05:34 Men and Emotional Leadership
08:38 Building Deeper Connections Through Community
11:33 The Role of Conversation Games in Fostering Empathy
14:32 Navigating Empathy in a Changing World
17:29 Learning Empathy: Methods and Approaches
20:31 Creating a Million Empathy Experts
23:27 Understanding Yourself Through Empathy