403 - How Art Increases Our Empathy with Mary McCampbell

Send us a text When you look at the world around you, it’s hard not to be discouraged by the seemingly endless contention between people. Politics have never been more divisive. The comments on practically any social media posts so often devolve into bickering, bullying, and worse. Even some hateful ideologies that seemed to have been stamped out decades ago are rearing their ugly heads again. And a core element of all of this conflict is a lack of empathy. My guest on this episode of The Thriving Chrisitan Artist podcast, Mary McCampbell, has made a study of empathy and how the Arts can affect its growth in people from all walks of life. She has written and lectured on the topic in academic settings, and I’m super-pleased to have her join me to talk about it on this podcast. So tune in and hear Mary’s eye-opening thoughts on how a shared experience of art can help us break down preconceived notions of people we might think are different from us, and recognize that all people are complex, feeling, worthy creations in God’s image. You can find Mary’s new book, "Imagining Our Neighbors As Ourselves: How Art Shapes Empathy," wherever books are sold, as well as on her website. Links to her website and social media are right here: https://marywmccampbell.com/ https://twitter.com/marywmccampbell https://www.instagram.com/marymccampbell/ When you’re ready to stop striving and start thriving, here are 4 other ways I can help: 1️⃣ Get my FREE Guide , “5 Biggest Misconceptions About Prophetic Art” Wondering how to create your art with God or what prophetic art is all about? Grab my free guide and make sure you’re not stuck in any of these misconceptions about prophetic art! Download here ➡️ https://thrive.matttommeymentoring.com/5-biggest-misconceptions-about-prophetic-art 2️⃣ Unlock Your Heart: Are you ready to begin a journey of healing and wholeness that will yield deeper Spirit-led creativity and personal fulfillment? I’ll show you how in the 10th anniversary revised edition of “Unlocking the Heart of the Artist!” Grab the book, ebook, or audio on Amazon ➡️ https://www.amazon.com/dp/1460930258 3️⃣ Connect with God: Discover how to connect with the Lord and discover His intention for you and your art in His Kingdom in my course, How to Connect with God to Create & Sell Your Art. Get more details here ➡️ https://thrive.matttommeymentoring.com/how-to-connect 4️⃣ Ready to truly thrive? Join the Created to Thrive Artist Mentoring Program to discover how to build your art business and live the abundant life Jesus promised you as an artist in His Kingdom! Click here for details and to enroll! ➡️ Find out more about The Created to Thrive Foundations Course Fuel Your Creative Calling with Weekly Encouragement Join thousands of Christian artists who are growing in faith, creativity, and purpose. Subscribe to The Thriving Christian Artist Weekly and receive powerful, faith-filled content every week—designed to encourage your heart, spark your creativity, and equip you to walk boldly in your God-given calling as an artist. 👉 Click here. It’s free. It’s faith-filled. And it’s just for you.