Reading Into The Quote

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a reflective exercise designed to deepen students’ understanding of empathy through the contemplation of a quote by Paul Auster: “If you look into someone’s face long enough, eventually you’re going to feel that you’re looking at yourself.”

The task encourages learners to interpret the quote and connect it to the concept of empathy. By reflecting on this statement, students are prompted to think about how recognizing oneself in another can foster empathic connections. The worksheet’s layout provides ample lined space beneath the quote for students to write their responses, facilitating a thoughtful engagement with the material.

The second part of the exercise asks students to explore the relevance of this idea to empathy. This part of the worksheet serves to stimulate critical thinking and self-awareness by inviting students to consider how empathy involves understanding and sharing the feelings of another person as if they were one’s own.

The activity aims to help students realize that empathy is about bridging the gap between self and others, developing a sense of shared humanity. With a simple design and clear instructions, the worksheet is an excellent resource for educators to use in discussions about emotional intelligence and compassion.