Empathy is an important life skill because one can have deeper understanding and connection with other people if we are sensitive towards their feelings and also understand their unique situation.
With better empathy, human beings can have more meaningful and thoughtful relationships with others. Empathy allows human beings to have beautiful moments with trusted friends. Rather than having a superficial kind of relationship, empathy allows human beings to truly find joy in the company of good friends. Empathy also enables one to mingle with a variety of characters.