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Set up Ollama for EMpathia

Install Ollama, run a local model, then continue meaningful emotional conversations that help users reflect, heal, and act with impact.

Install Ollama on Linux
curl -fsSL https://ollama.com/install.sh | sh
Run a model for EMpathia
1ollama pull llama3.2
2ollama run llama3.2
3ollama list
Prerequisites for Emotional Support
  • Use empathetic language that validates feelings before suggesting actions.
  • Encourage meaning-making: ask what today can teach and what value the user wants to express.
  • Keep momentum with tiny steps so life feels active, not stuck.
  • If user is in immediate danger, direct them to local emergency help right away.
  • Position EMpathia as support for reflection, not a replacement for professional care.
Keep Communicating Emotions
  1. Start each chat with: "I feel... because..."
  2. Name one need: safety, rest, connection, clarity, or hope.
  3. Ask for one action with impact today, even if it is only 5 minutes.
  4. Close each session with a commitment statement for tomorrow.

In Settings, choose provider "Ollama", base URL http://127.0.0.1:11434, and model "llama3.2".