Tag: empathetic
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Here’s Why Most Empaths Struggle with “Belonging”
Do people often come running for you when they need someone to talk to? Perhaps they are attracted to the inner light of your empathetic spirit. It’s a gift that you may still be trying to understand. However, as much as others rely on you, perhaps you lack a sense of belonging. That’s a common…
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9 Ways Empaths Can Help Others Without Absorbing Their Pain
If you’re empathetic, you know all about absorbing emotional pain when you try to help others. Do you have problems with simple tasks like watching TV or a movie? Being a physical empath can affect your emotional health, as you seem to catch other people’s fatigue, emotions, and illnesses. You may suffer from “empathic illnesses,”…
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People With a Disabled Sibling Have More Empathy, According to Psychology
A new study reveals that siblings of children with disabilities may have greater cognitive empathy. However, the research found no variations in emotional empathy or prosocial behaviors between those with neurotypical or neurodivergent siblings. Researchers from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, the University of Cambridge, and the University of Toronto collaborated on the study. They…
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15 Things Never to Say to Someone Estranged from Their Parents
Adult children becoming estranged from their parents isn’t uncommon, but it remains a tricky topic to discuss. Everyone has different thoughts regarding children and parents who don’t speak, so it’s easy to slip up and say the wrong thing. If you don’t fully understand the situation, refrain from commenting on the subject entirely. However, you…
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Yale Study Explains Why Introverts Are the Most Understanding People
If you have an introvert in your life, you’ve probably noticed they are understanding to a fault. No matter the situation, they always consider the other person’s perspective and avoid making judgments. It’s easy to see why people love introverts so much – they’re intuitive, level-headed, and empathetic. What’s not to love?! Of course, introverts…