How empathy works - and sympathy can't

We can often get confused when we're trying to help somebody out of a tight spot... and can end up getting involved in a rescue attempt out of pity. Empathy allows us to help without diminishing the other person... in fact empathic responses from us help the other person to build self-sufficiency and confidence as they get to grips with their situation and options.

Видео How empathy works - and sympathy can't канала Dr Paul Furey