The public is invited to the free workshop “Empathy: The ‘Path’ to Understanding Another’s Point of View” with Jo Hittner. The in-person event is Friday, October 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. at UH-Hilo Campus Center Room 301. A reception with pupu begins at 4:30 p.m. In this interactive workshop, let's explore the relationship between empathy and compassion, sympathy and active listening, and their effects in everyday life. Discover the benefits of empathy that are found in current research as well practice exercises to further hone your empathy skills. To register for this free public workshop, register here: https://kakouletsworkitout2022.eventbrite.com. Or contact Ku'ikahi Mediation Center at (808) 935-7844 or info@hawaiimediation.org.