Chapter
The Importance of Empathy in Relationships
The establishment of strong social bonds between caregivers and children, as well as romantic and to some extent, friendly relationships, heavily rely on both cognitive empathy and emotional empathy. Trust is more likely to be established with individuals who have high levels of both types of empathy.
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This podcast explores the difference between emotional and cognitive connections in relationships, discussing the importance of having both.
1:05:03 - 1:07:43 (02:40)
Summary
This podcast explores the difference between emotional and cognitive connections in relationships, discussing the importance of having both. Using personal anecdotes, the speaker highlights the significance of each type of connection.
ChapterThe Importance of Empathy in Relationships
EpisodeScience of Social Bonding in Family, Friendship & Romantic Love
PodcastHuberman Lab
Studies have shown that both emotional empathy and cognitive empathy are essential in forming trusting social bonds.
1:07:43 - 1:11:07 (03:24)
Summary
Studies have shown that both emotional empathy and cognitive empathy are essential in forming trusting social bonds. These skills are developed early on in infant-mother attachments and later applied in all other types of relationships throughout life.