What We Get Wrong About Empathy

🧠 Join us for an enlightening lecture on empathy! Often viewed as an innate skill, empathy is more complex than it appears. We tend to interpret others through our own perspectives rather than understanding their unique frameworks.

In this fascinating talk, Konner Brewer, Stanford Lecturer and Product Manager for Applied AI at Google, dives into the intricacies of human understanding. Through compelling case studies and classic experiments, you'll discover that our interpretations of behavior are often influenced by personal stories rather than clear explanations of why people act as they do.

This session challenges the conventional notions of empathy. In today’s interconnected world, it’s not enough to simply feel what someone else would feel; we must learn to see the world through their eyes. ✨

🕰 Event Details
What to Expect:

• 7:00 PM - 7:35 PM: Arrival & Chats
• 7:35 PM - 8:20 PM: Lecture
• 8:20 PM - 9:00 PM: Q&A and More Networking

Who's Invited?
Anyone eager to learn, meet new people, and enjoy engaging activities on a weeknight! Many attendees came solo to our last event—don’t hesitate to do the same and connect with others!

Parking Info:
No on-site parking available. We recommend street parking or using public transport.

Age Requirement:
This venue welcomes all ages! If you wish to consume alcohol, you must be 21+ and present a valid ID.

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Short photos and video clips may be captured for promotional purposes. Attending implies consent to being photographed or recorded, but full lectures will not be recorded.

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🍸 Alcohol & Safety
Alcohol may be served in accordance with California law. By attending, you accept the risks associated with public indoor events and agree to ensure your own safety and transportation.

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Location: 473A Haight St
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