Ethics Journal 1: How Did I Show Compassion, Empathy and Honesty
This week one of my close friends here at school had a loss of his father and grandmother in the same day.  My friend was surprised, upset and I could pick up that he had a feeling of that he was losing control.  After hearing his loss I made sure to make sure my friend knew me and my roommates were here for him in any way he needed us.
  He said he felt like he needed to talk which is a huge step.  I feel in our conversation and the situation I used honestly, compassion and empathy.  I was honest with him when he asked me questions about what he should do by stating there really was not a right answer but he had to do what he thought was right and not listen to others opinions on the subject.
  I feel I showed compassion by making sure I made time to be there for my friend and attend the services which will be held for the losses and I made myself available to talk in this time of need.  I feel I was empathetic because I did not show my emotions but I was able to understand the hurt my friend is going though and focus on his needs.