I have a background in social work and social care, so I've got that natural ability to have empathy with people and… — Judi Love Copy Share Image
Because of empathy, stories of the suffering of one person could lead us into a war that could kill millions of people. — Paul Bloom Copy Share Image
We've reached a point where we are not a very empathetic people, and art without empathy is art without an audience. My… — Jamake Highwater Copy Share Image
If we have optimism without empathy then it doesn't matter how much we master the secrets of science. We're not really solving… — Bill Gates Copy Share Image
My respect and empathy towards animals includes sea dwellers too--from dolphins to fish to lobsters. So, of course, I wouldn't dream of… — Alexandra Paul Copy Share Image
“One-time rival and subsequent usurper Secretary of State Seward finally settled into an assessment of Lincoln that, "His confidence and compassion increase… — Doris Kearns Goodwin Copy Share Image
“...It also taught me that while cruelty can be fun for a few moments, compassion has a much longer shelf life.” — Doreen Orion Copy Share Image
My grandmother was an unparalleled storyteller who gave me a preview of how life might turn out, and also fortified my empathy. — Chris Ware Copy Share Image
As a kid, acting was my big escape. It's a way to experience worlds that I might not otherwise get to and… — Katy O'Brian Copy Share Image
There is no reconciliation until you recognize the dignity of the other, until you see their view- you have to enter into… — John M. Perkins Copy Share Image
“Neither did she realise yet that grief is a kind of glue, too, that the essence of humanity is this empathy, and… — Niall Williams Copy Share Image
All wars derive from lack of empathy: the incapacity of one to understand and accept the likeness or difference of another. Whether… — Marya Mannes Copy Share Image
We will never be enlightened unless we realize and own what our capacity, from the best of the best to the worst… — Elisabeth Kubler-Ross Copy Share Image
A sociopath can imitate emotions, where a psychopath really doesn't have that capacity. They can't fool people into thinking anything and they're… — Patrick Heusinger Copy Share Image
I don't mean to criticize anyone in any way that I wouldn't criticize myself. I think people should have fun, and have… — Natalie Portman Copy Share Image
I think I have a lot of empathy for animals and nature in general. Those things just make me comfortable. I grew… — Neko Case Copy Share Image
“Caring means cultivating the skills of an active listener. That is easier said than done, as an anecdote about the extraordinary social… — Marian Deegan Copy Share Image
My mom always said that she didn't wear a red nose and big shoes because that's the reason people are scared of… — Jesse Eisenberg Copy Share Image
“Unfortunately, she discovered too late that her unwritten list of desirable attributes was missing a few crucial items. Empathy, for one. A… — Delphine Dryden Copy Share Image
The extraordinary language of Nonviolent Communication is changing how parents relate to children, teachers to students, and how we all related to… — Bernie Glassman Copy Share Image
“Vulnerability is usually attacked, not with fists but with shaming. Many children learn quickly to cover up any signs of weakness, sensitivity,… — Gabor Maté Copy Share Image
Productive collaborations between family and school, therefore, will demand that parents and teachers recognize the critical importance of each other's participation in… — Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot Copy Share Image
“Empathy is a big part of Sparkleponies, because it’s also my belief (as a history and political science major) that societies that… — Chris Kluwe Copy Share Image
My mother did an incredible job - one, of just being a great mom, but two, of instilling a tremendous amount of… — Morgan Spurlock Copy Share Image
Good fiction creates empathy. A novel takes you somewhere and asks you to look through the eyes of another person, to live… — Barbara Kingsolver Copy Share Image
By peace we mean the capacity to transform conflicts with empathy, without violence, and creatively- a never-ending process — Johan Galtung Copy Share Image
“Research on parenting, for example, continually finds the elusive quality of “sensitivity” to be the key in raising children well. Turning” — Elaine N. Aron Copy Share Image
Do not confuse peace of mind with spaced-out insensitivity. A truly peaceful mind is very sensitive, very aware. — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
I'd rather feel empathy for a character that's fictional, so it doesn't quite tie into personal experience as much. — Henry Cavill Copy Share Image
Our ability to turn off empathy for specific kinds of humans and then use faulty logic to justify our beliefs is messily… — Eden Robinson Copy Share Image
All around you are people whose lives are filled with trouble and sorrow, and they need your compassion and encouragement. — Billy Graham Copy Share Image
Learn empathy/tolerate others extreme emotions and harness the power of your own reactivity. — Senoraroy Copy Share Image
I wouldn't expect someone who's been injured to hear my side until they felt that I had fully understood the depth of… — Marshall B. Rosenberg Copy Share Image
“A great date isn’t about perfection; it’s about showing up as yourself and creating a space for genuine connection.” — Ronen Dancziger Copy Share Image
“We all need salespeople with humility, honesty, integrity, empathy and an old-fashioned work ethic that ensures the job gets done.” — Chris Murray Copy Share Image
Self-compassion is key because when we're able to be gentle with ourselves in the midst of shame, we're more likely to reach… — Brené Brown Copy Share Image
I do have a bit of empathy I suppose, but it has come more recently as I'm knocking on 30's door and… — Spencer Matthews Copy Share Image
Of all the arts, movies are the most powerful aid to empathy, and good ones make us into better people. — Roger Ebert Copy Share Image
Yes, last year in interviewing. Empathy is when you repeat the last three words the patient says and nod your head. — Samuel Shem Copy Share Image
That person is most cultivated who is able to put himself in the place of the greatest number of other persons. — Jane Addams Copy Share Image
