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“When someone is suffering, there is a deep, visceral reaction in the core of our being, a flood of empathy and a frightfully desperate compulsion to give aid.” quote by Bryant McGill
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““When someone is suffering, there is a deep, visceral reaction in the core of our being, a flood of empathy and a frightfully desperate compulsion to give aid.””

Bryant McGill

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Power of Empathy, 2020

Empathy triggers a strong urge to help those who suffer, compelling us to act.

In simple terms: Seeing suffering makes us want to help.

Key Takeaway

Act on empathy quickly.

Themes

compassion humanity altruism

Mood

empathetic urgent

Type

inspirational motivational

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • counseling
  • disaster relief
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

emotional response social responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain boundaries while helping?
  • When is it appropriate to step back?
A Different Perspective

Empathy can be overwhelming and lead to burnout if not balanced.

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