UC Berkeley psychologist Dacher Keltner makes the case that a person’s ability to empathize is what helps him or
her reach a position of authority. However, leaders lose empathy and related qualities like generosity and openmindedness the longer they’re in power.
We speak to Keltner about his new book, “The Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose Influence” and about what it takes to remain an enduring and effective leader. And we want to hear
from you — what qualities do the best leaders have?
By: Peggy Mason, Ph.D.Why are certain individuals born with a brain that is wired to help others?What daily habits or life experiences reinforce compassion but also selfishness, narcissism, and psychopathy? Social neuroscience models have assumed that …
U Boulder. EMPATHY WEEK is about ERADICATING SEXUAL EXPLOITATION and directly impacting the lives of vulnerable and victimized children. EMPATHY WEEK is an opportunity to use your voice, resources, and skill set to make a difference. EMPATH…
Rebeccah Nelems, a scholar of Sociology and Cultural, Social and Political Thought at the University of Victoria, is about to study just that: how youth today experience empathy.Recently awarded a Pierre Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Fellowship for her w…
Decreased communication between emotional and executive centers may contribute Finding a breakdown in vmPFC connections was particularly intriguing to Koenigs. Neurologists have long observed that after damage to this area, people can take on pe…
