What the Bible says about Understanding of Others
(From Forerunner Commentary)
If we have gone through a similar experience as the person who grieves, we are no stranger to that experience and can give aid more readily. Thus, if we aspire to get a person to change his mind about anything, we have a responsibility to understand at least where he has come from or what has made him what he is.
David F. Maas
Godly Tact and Diplomacy