emotional intelligence

shifting perspective

Jun 21, 2026

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10 min read

Turning It Around

A 2008 impromptu Tai Chi lesson, and the breath that makes hard talks possible. Plus: an update on my kneecap and what I'm working on next

Rob Volpe

empathy

+14

Mar 22, 2026

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16 min read

128 Million Ways to Survive a Pandemic

Six years later, we're still figuring it out. And that might be okay.

Rob Volpe

finding joy

+12

Disco Divas, Quad Gods and the Moment I Almost Fell Off My Bike

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)

Rob Volpe

empathy

+11

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

Rob Volpe

empathy

+19

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.

Rob Volpe

empathy

+10

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.

Rob Volpe

emotional intelligence

Turning It Around

128 Million Ways to Survive a Pandemic

Disco Divas, Quad Gods and the Moment I Almost Fell Off My Bike

How to Stay Informed Without Losing Your Mind, or Your Empathy

A Naughty & Nice List Through an Empathy Lens

The Empathy Behind a Salty Cookie (and Other Holiday Surprises)

Reading Between the Lines with Rob Volpe

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