Leadership should not underestimate the positive impact active empathy between co-workers could have on their organization. Human beings need to have others to identify with them. In fact, I believe our human nature cries out for this. Empathy ties us to our common humanity and protects us from judgment. Judgment often divides us in […]
Empathy Reduces Bullying
Studies by Mary Gordon from the innovative “Roots of Empathy” program found that empathy decreases bullying and aggression among kids and makes them kinder and more inclusive toward their peers. This is based on research that demonstrates we can increase our level of empathy by actively imagining what someone else may be feeling. Empathy […]
Empathetic Communication Skills
Empathy is a great communication skill in that a person is sensing the emotions of others. Having empathy allows people to connect and build camaraderie and kindred spirit among each other. A lack of empathy will cause stress or become a barrier to a working relationship. When there is a lack of empathy, many […]