Most humans in the developed world find their way to a mirror in the morning before going about their day. You are probably one of them. You brush your teeth, pick out your afro, adjust your jewelry, pluck your brows, and make silly faces. Some of you might even flex and pose. (You're looking good!)

Now, there are many of us, me included that talk to themselves in the mirror. Yes, it does get awkward when someone walks in on you chatting with your reflection and despite this embarrassment, this is a safe space to build yourself up and examine where you are at. Issa Rae constantly talks herself up in her HBO show, Insecure.

Try this on for size, next time you are alone, in front of the mirror, talk to yourself about the following.

1. Your definition of empathy

2. How you are going to be empathetic and compassionate to yourself first.

3. How you are going to be empathetic and compassionate to others.

There are no right or wrong answers, it's all about self practice. If you want to throw in a dance while chatting with your beautiful self about empathy, gold sticker stars to you!.

Happy Monday-ing!

With energy,

Shelton