Life can be messy, painful, and overwhelming—but sometimes the very act of caring for someone else can help us find our way. In this episode of Gathered Here, Dana Kadwell explores the power of empathy, sharing stories from her own journey and a conversation with Kate, a hospitality professional who learned that serving others can be deeply healing.

These experiences reveal a profound truth: showing up for others can restore, teach, and guide us—even through the hardest moments. Dana also dives into practical ways to cultivate empathy, including the transformative idea of “charitable assumption,” and reflects on how hospitality has become both her purpose and her North Star.

If you’ve ever wondered how kindness, understanding, and empathy can shape not just the people around you but also yourself, this episode will leave you inspired to show up, serve, and heal—one moment at a time.

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