#Perspective Taking

Empathy: Mastering the Art of Human Connection

Psychologists distinguish between cognitive and affective empathy—understanding another’s thoughts versus sharing their feelings. Krznaric’s description aligns closely with cognitive empathy, which requires an intentional effort to envision life from another’s stance. This process is not always innate, but studies, such as those conducted by Simon Baron-Cohen (2011), show that empathy can be nurtured through conscious practice. [...]

We Need to Do a Better Job of Putting Ourselves in the Other Person’s Shoes — Bill Gates

In the context of leadership and teamwork, practicing empathy enables more effective decision-making by addressing the needs and concerns of everyone involved. [...]