Lol you hit the nail on the head with doing so well because he wanted to be the best. Just how some of us roll!!! With his self realization if like me he will not be able to see your point of view in the moment. I have to step back and think about what was said and then I can come to a point whether I can agree or disagree. Definitely not in the moment type of thing for us!! The empathy thing is a complete modification so don't expect miracles. Sounds like he has the right person though as I do my wife