Module 2.7 Vocabulary

Empathy

The ability to understand and share another person’s feelings.

Cognitive empathy

The ability to see the world from another person’s perspective.

Emotional empathy

The ability to experience the emotions another person is feeling.

Perspective

A person’s way of seeing or understanding a situation.

Resilience

The ability to recover from stressful or traumatic events.

Adversity

Difficult circumstances or hardships.

Self-compassion

Treating yourself with kindness and understanding during setbacks or disappointments.

Coping skills

Strategies that help you manage stress and difficult situations.

Stress

Your mind and body’s response to demands or challenges.

Emotions

Feelings such as happiness, sadness, fear, or anger.

Diversity

Differences among people’s backgrounds, experiences, cultures, and ideas.

Relationships

Connections you have with other people.

Responsibility

Taking ownership of your actions and choices.

Change

A shift in circumstances or how something happens.

Setback

A difficulty that slows or interrupts your progress.

Disappointment

A feeling that occurs when something does not meet your hopes or expectations.

Body language

Communication through facial expressions, posture, and gestures.

Negotiation

Discussing different needs to reach an agreement.

Active listening

Giving someone your full attention and responding to show understanding.

Perspective-taking

Trying to understand a situation from another person’s point of view.

Emotional support

Offering care, encouragement, and understanding to someone.

Adaptability

The ability to adjust to new situations or changes.

Support system

People you can turn to for help and encouragement.

Compassion

Caring about someone’s suffering and wanting to help.

Recovery

Regaining well-being after a difficult experience.