Empathy is a strength in many ways, but these common misconceptions may prevent people from using it freely and effectively, explains DrErinLeonard
It is sympathy or feeling sorry for someone that typically leads to enabling. People who lack empathy tend to sympathize because it does not tax their sense of self. Pity distances two people from one another and places the pitied in a devalued position in the relationship. The individual in the position of power may then be tempted to save and rescue. Being the hero and saving the day is self-serving because it fuels the ego.
Conversely, say the director invites Anne into her office and listens to her plight. She empathizes with her situation and works on a plan to allow Anne to temporarily work from home with clear expectations and parameters. Both parties feel positive about the compromise. The trust in the relationship grows and inspires years of superbAt times, empathy or kindness is mistaken for weakness which is a substantial error.
Frequently, people who pervasively lack empathy in relationships also have deficits in self-awareness. Out of touch with their uncomfortable emotions, they may take shelter behind a rigid and robust
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