5 Qualities Of Highly Empathetic People
Seeing yourself in others is a superpower
You may have read my article on how as a collective, we may be running out of empathy. As we grow more productive, hustle harder and become more goal-oriented, a highly individualistic work and personal ethic are undoubtedly fostered.
Look, there is nothing wrong in being highly productive and following your dreams with unwavering passion but as we grow more towards our goals, we may distance ourselves from our communities and tribe.
Medical education is an interesting place for empathy. It is ingrained into us as young, impressionable medical students that we can let go of our power to empathise only when we die. The truth is, there are very few things as isolating as being a health professional. The hours, the lifestyle, the emotional and, at times, physical strain leaves little room for any empathy. I don’t for a minute regret choosing medicine as a career choice but today, as the population is ageing, the climate is changing and new viruses erupting, burnout is common.
What keeps our world going, is that very quality of empathy which is now a second skin for most health professionals. Over time, I have seen unsurmountable compassion in doctors, nurses and other health workers and it all stems from simply understanding empathy…
