Why being kind is the harder thing to do

In today's episode, I'm joined by one of the first people who raised the empathy flag in cybersecurity and inspired the creation of this podcast, Jayson E. Street. Despite National Geographic describing him as a "World Class Hacker," he sees himself simply as a Hacker, a Helper, and a Human. Discover the transformative power of conscious kindness as he bares his soul in a deeply personal and heart-stirring conversation. Navigating the intricate dance of human imperfections, Jayson shares moving tales of sacrifice, flawed humanity, and the hidden emotional labor behind genuine acts of goodness. This isn't about feel-good stories or being the hero; it's about choosing to be kind even when the world doesn't seem to reward it.Come along to discover Jayson's candid journey, from roadside moments of compassion to profound responsibilities, and uncover the true essence of self-improvement and the impact of small gestures. Let his vulnerability inspire you to embrace your own complexities and fuel a more compassionate way of being in the world. This episode might move you to act, think, and love with greater intention.Listen to this episode to learn:What makes Jason keep fighting alongside the good guys in cybersecurity (5:00)Why Jason decided to plunge into cybersecurity and never look back (9:40)How to bridge the gap between security specialists and the people they serve (16:00)Why it’s essential to address the emotional side of cybersecurity work (23:10)How our polarized society negative impacts the cybersecurity space (32:20)Why being kind and doing the right thing are conscious choices (39:00)Resources mentioned:A high-functioning sociopath's guide to empathySeth's BlogPenetration tester Jayson E. Street helps banks by hacking themBreakthrough S02E02 Cyber TerrorBook: Jayson E. Street - Dissecting the hack: The F0rb1dd3n NetworkHacker Adventures WorldDefCamp the hacking conferenceConnect with Jayson:WebsiteJayson's MediaLinkedInTwitterTruesecLet's connect!WebsiteLinkedInTwitter