Reading Between the Lines with Rob Volpe
"Reading Between the Lines" is designed to deliver of-the-moment insights into human behavior and empathy, drawn from the world of marketing research; practical and tactical tips on using the skill of empathy in everyday life; and exclusive updates to keep my community close on a biweekly basis.
Featured Posts
empathy
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Feb 16, 2026
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16 min read
How to Stay Informed Without Losing Your Mind, or Your Empathy
A guide for Highly Sensitive People — and honestly, for all of us right now
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finding joy
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Feb 22, 2026
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18 min read
Disco Divas, Quad Gods and the Moment I Almost Fell Off My Bike
Plus: celebrating 4 years of the book, empathy vs. religion, and what I've been reading (and baking)
empathy
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Feb 16, 2026
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16 min read
How to Stay Informed Without Losing Your Mind, or Your Empathy
A guide for Highly Sensitive People — and honestly, for all of us right now
empathy
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Dec 21, 2025
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19 min read
A Naughty & Nice List Through an Empathy Lens
A year-end reflection on empathy, humanity, and the choices we make.
empathy
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Dec 7, 2025
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9 min read
The Empathy Behind a Salty Cookie (and Other Holiday Surprises)
What I learned about my own judgment, how it can get in the way — and what we can all do at our next holiday gathering and every day.
empathy
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Nov 23, 2025
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13 min read
When the Table Goes Quiet: How to Rescue Holiday Conversations
A simple breath, a few empathy moves, and a game to keep your holiday table human.
empathy
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Nov 20, 2025
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14 min read
The Only Thing We Have to Fear... Is the Story Fear Tells Us
Empathy shines a light to guide us out of the darkness of fear generated by the Fear Industrial Complex
