Love this article @abigail-dantes
I have similar thoughts, in that, how could someone not be empathetic?
I actually have the opposite problem, too much empathy which has put me in some bad situations when I was younger because I would put others needs above my own.
Then I probably went a bit too far in the other direction (but probably not) and focused souley on myself.
Still working to find that right balance in my 30's :)
Oh! @cizzo 😃 how wonderful to see you around. And how great to hear you enjoyed this post! Thank you for letting me know.
Oh, it is funny, as much as there are so many "cold-hearted" people out there. There are also those whose levels of compassion and empathic understanding can become an issue. Several studies on personality traits correlate this with individuals who rate high on agreeableness ref.. I discussed this trait quite extensively on my previous post, as a matter of fact.
Finding the balance is definitely the tricky part, but it is surely an achievable goal! :)
Well, thank you for stopping by my dear. Have a great Friday evening and a wonderful weekend.
It is time to turn the computer off over here and enjoy the family.
All the best to you !!
I can't help but agree with your post on agreeableness (heh).
I always score high on it on the big 5 test so it makes sense. Something I'll be thinking on in the next while.
Thank you for putting out these thought provoking and practical articles! Have a great weekend and awesome family time as well :)