S3. E15: Compassion in the Workplace

How can you change the world (and subsequently your workplaces) through compassion? April Wensel reminds us that people are suffering, but we can choose to alleviate their suffering or at least not add to it. In this episode we discuss fierce compassion, rational compassion, self compassion (all the compassions), and the differences between compassion and empathy. Compassion is not about toning things down or embracing meekness; it is about standing up for what's right and channeling your emotions into action and change. Will you join us? - Give WISEcast monthly listener support or make a one-time donation via Paypal. - April Wensel is an international keynote speaker and the founder of Compassionate Coding, a conscious business that provides communication skills training to technology professionals. Prior to starting Compassionate Coding, she spent a decade as a software engineer and technical leader at various startups in Silicon Valley, building products in such fields as healthcare, gaming, education, and user research. Away from the keyboard, she enjoys gleaning fruit, running ultramarathons, and experimenting with vegan recipes. WISEcast is featured as one of the top 10 podcasts from the 60 Best Women in STEM Podcasts by Feedspot! Check out The Wisest Children on YouTube and see how our young scientist proteges are making science accessible and fun through some STEM activities for kids! You can connect with us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn or by email at [email protected]. Use CELEBRATE15 to get $15 off your annual Women In Bio Membership at womeninbio.org