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Empathy Map

Build shared understanding of a user across Says, Thinks, Does and Feels.

PERSONA
“Says

What they say out loud

?Thinks

What occupies their thoughts

▸Does

Actions and behaviours

♥Feels

Emotions and worries

Pains
Gains

What is Empathy Map?

An empathy map builds shared team understanding of a user by capturing what they say, think, do, and feel — turning scattered research into one clear picture.

How to read your result

  • Says: direct quotes you've heard from them.
  • Thinks: beliefs and worries they may not voice.
  • Does: observable actions and behaviours.
  • Feels: emotions — pair with pains and gains for the full picture.

Frequently asked questions

What is an empathy map used for?

To align a team on who they're building for by summarizing a user's words, thoughts, actions, and feelings in one shared canvas.

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