Publisher's Synopsis
Navigating empathy requires significant self-awareness and emotional regulation to ensure that one's feelings complement rather than overshadow the other's experience. What is empathy? According to the Oxford Dictionary empathy is the ability to imagine and understand the thoughts, perspective, and emotions of another person.
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Muhammed's story begins in the vibrant and culturally rich nation of The Gambia, nestled along the majestic shores of the Atlantic Ocean. Born into a tight-knit community in one of The Gambia's bustling cities, his upbringing was steeped in the warmth of African hospitality and the values of community and kinship.
___________________Growing up in The Gambia, he was surrounded by the sights, sounds, and flavors of West African life. He reveled in the rhythms of traditional music and dance, savored the tantalizing aromas of home-cooked meals, and marveled at the breathtaking beauty of The Gambia's natural landscapes, from lush mangrove forests to golden sandy beaches.