HSP

empathy

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Mar 8, 2026

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18 min read

Do Micromanagers Have Empathy? And Other Things Keeping Me Up at Night

News addiction, micro-managers, International Women's Day, and the radical act of basic human decency. A lot to carry. Let's do it together.

Rob Volpe

finding joy

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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

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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

Rob Volpe

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.

HSP

Do Micromanagers Have Empathy? And Other Things Keeping Me Up at Night

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

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

Reading Between the Lines with Rob Volpe

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