Empathy: Why It Matters

Research in the neurobiology of empathy has shown that empathy is not just a soft skill, but is actually based in our brain. Studies have found evidence of a neural relay mechanism that allows empathic individuals to unconsciously mimic the postures, mannerisms, and facial expressions of others to a greater extent than those who are un-empathic. Empathy is an invaluable skill especially in problem solving. By putting ourselves in others' shoes and understanding their perspectives, emotions, and concerns, we can foster better communication, which leads to better solutions.In this podcast episode, we'll discuss several ways to build, and apply empathy..