A friend needs to talk- so you listen without interrupting.
Yes, it's empathy.
She offered her seat on the crowded bus to the tired nurse, acknowledging her hard work.
Yes,it is empathy
Boy sets down his phone to be a better listener to a friend who is upset.
Yes, it is empathy.
You said something that upset your friend, so you apologize by saying "I'm sorry."
Yes, it's empathy.
She left a thoughtful note and a piece of candy on her friends desk after noticing their stress.
Yes, it is empathy
Boy scrolls through his phone not caring that his friend is upset with him.
No, it is not empathy.
A friend needs to talk- but you aren't interested in hearing her problems.
No, this is NOT empathy!
A stranger holds an umbrella over someone who got wet in the rain, feeling their discomfort as if it were their own.
Yes, it is empathy
Sending a sick friend a "get well soon message."
Yes, it is empathy
She changed the subject every time her sister mentioned her work stress, ignoring her concerns with no importance.
No,it is not empathy
You notice that a family member has had a hard day so you offer them a hug.
Yes, it is empathy
She turned up the volume on her headphones, not wanting to hear little sister crying.
No, it is not empathy
You notice someone is having a hard time carrying a large stack of books, so you offer to help them
Yes, it's empathy.
Your friend is hurt and waiting for help to arrive. You decide to you would rather play video games and head home.
No, this is NOT empathy!
Taking the time to figure out how someone is feeling.
Yes, it is empathy
Your friend is hurt, you decide to stay with them until help arrives.
Yes, it's empathy.
Helping a lost boy find his parents.
Yes, it is empathy
He walked past the students who were struggling with heavy boxes. He looked at his phone... pretending not to notice.
No, it is not empathy
A neighbor helps an elderly neighbor during heavy rain , concerned for their well-being.
Yes, it is empathy
You notice someone is feeling down in the dumps, so you offer them a hug.
Yes, it is empathy.
Sharing lunch with a classmate who forgot theirs, understanding their hunger without a word.
Yes,it is empathy
Calling to check on a friend who's parents just went through a bad divorce.
Yes, it is empathy
Avoiding your friend because you know he's upset with you.
No, it is not empathy.
You send a friend a "get well soon" card to the hospital.
Yes, it's empathy.
A nurse gently comforts a frightened patient, sensing their fear and offering a happy smile.
Yes, it is empathy
A friend is sad. You ask how you could cheer them up.
Yes, it's empathy.
She ignored his concerns, telling him to be strong and deal with it alone.
No, it is not empathy