Feeling bad isn’t always bad. Stretching yourself creates uncertainty. Tough issues cause discomfort. Learning new skills calls for courage.
The purpose of empathy is empowerment.
Destructive empathy:
- Hinders self-reliance.
- Lowers standards.
- Blocks progress.
- Accepts blame-shifting.
- Promotes irresponsibility.
- Focuses on weakness.
- Reinforces avoidance.
