The communication of awareness that another person exists and is present

Communicating that you hear and understand another's expressed feelings and thoughts

Communicating acceptance of another's thoughts and feelings.

Failing to give eye contact to a homeless man?

Friend 1: I am so sad that my car is totaled Friend 2: I am sorry you are so upset

Friend 1: I think Bob in Spanish class is hot! Friend 2: You think he's hot? Me too!