What should your kid do when a friend is hurting? Do they know how to show up—really show up—for someone else?

In this episode, Scott Schimmel explores one of the most overlooked (and under-taught) life skills: empathetic listening. We dive into why most kids (and adults!) struggle with it, how it impacts relationships, and how parents can help their kids become the kind of person everyone wants by their side when things get tough.

This isn’t just about being a “good friend”—it’s about building the emotional intelligence that shapes how your kid leads, connects, and loves.

🔑 What You’ll Learn:

• Why belonging and empathy are foundational to a meaningful life

• What most kids do wrong when a friend opens up

• The skill that builds trust, connection, and long-term resilience

• How parents can model and teach empathetic listening

• What emotional intelligence really looks like (it’s not just being nice)

🛠️ Real-Life Tips:

• Model it: Show your kid what empathy looks like in real conversations.

• Name it: Call out when you see them being present and compassionate.

• Practice it: Roleplay or reflect on tough moments—what worked, what didn’t?

🎯 Ask Your Kid Tonight:
"How do you care for your friends when they’re going through something hard?"
Help them think through real responses—and what empathy looks like in action.