The hottest Empathy Substack posts right now

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The human side of AI

10x your mind • 19 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
🕹 Technology AI Empathy Patience
  1. AI can have human-like qualities like empathy, patience, and emotional intelligence, making it a valuable companion in various aspects of life.
  2. AI shows potential to reduce bias in areas like hiring and provide consistent, personalized experiences in fields such as customer service, education, and healthcare.
  3. AI possesses superior abilities such as infinite patience, constant learning and adaptability, superior memory, and logical yet emotionally intelligent decision-making.

Language, perception, and empathy: Ukrainian's gaze

zverok on lucid code • 4 HN points • 16 Nov 23
🎭️ Culture Language Perception Empathy War Community
  1. The rejected talk proposal at a Ruby conference focused on language evolution and empathy from the perspective of a Ukrainian experiencing war.
  2. The author reflects on the community's response to the war and discusses the challenge of coping with huge events like genocide.
  3. Connecting code clarity to truth, the author urges vigilance in recognizing when old thinking frameworks no longer align with new realities.
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[ChatGPT-generated] The Fine Line of Comedy: Navigating Acceptable and Unacceptable Jokes

PseudoFreedom • 5 implied HN points • 14 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Comedy Social Issues Inclusivity Empathy Self-awareness
  1. Comedians should be mindful of the context in which they operate when creating jokes.
  2. Comedy should focus on challenging power structures and giving voice to marginalized communities.
  3. Consent, empathy, and respect for boundaries are crucial in comedy to avoid crossing into offensive territory.

GRANTED: When to trust your gut and how to get people to embrace change

Granted • 19 implied HN points • 29 Nov 18
💼 Business Leadership Decision-making Company Culture Empathy Personal Development
  1. Hire based on motivation and ability to learn rather than talent or credentials to be future-ready.
  2. Trust your gut only in predictable environments with regular practice and immediate feedback; if not, gather evidence to test your intuition.
  3. Encourage employees to speak up by rewarding them for raising problems, concerns, suggestions, and solutions to foster a positive company culture.

Think Before Testing - And Fuel Up for the Long Haul

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 25 Jun 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Medical Mental health COVID-19 Testing Empathy
  1. COVID-19 testing has limitations, such as false negative rates and the need for timing considerations.
  2. Testing is most important for those with high-risk exposures or who have been in crowded indoor spaces.
  3. Even with a negative test result, continuing to follow safety measures is crucial to prevent the spread of the virus.

In Defense of Fiction

inventio • 0 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Literature Fiction Empathy Humanity Society
  1. Fiction can offer unique insights into the human experience and provide a break from our data-filled lives.
  2. Novels can help generate cognitive empathy and understanding, fostering a deeper connection with others.
  3. Reading fiction may help combat social media polarization and encourage a more nuanced understanding of human complexity.

Neurochemistry of Positive Conversations and Empathetic Listening for Lasting Happiness

Life Coaching Curriculum & Soft Skills for Leadership • 0 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Empathy Happiness Listening
  1. Understanding the role of hormones like oxytocin, dopamine, serotonin, and cortisol in conversations helps us comprehend how these chemicals shape our interactions and emotional responses.
  2. Recognizing the profound influence of oxytocin on empathy and trust in conversations enlightens us on how this hormone enhances connections and understanding.
  3. Engaging in empathetic listening, promoting oxytocin release, and creating positive communication environments can lead to lasting happiness and stronger relationships.

How Adam Smith’s Theory of Human Nature Can Help Us Be More “Lovely”

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 18 Dec 22
📖 Philosophy Human nature Kindness Empathy Acceptance Relationships
  1. Adam Smith promoted the idea of being 'lovely' by showing kindness, generosity, humility, and empathy towards others.
  2. To be 'lovely' in our daily lives, we can get involved with our community, understand diverse perspectives, and be mindful of our actions to create positive relationships.
  3. Striving to be 'lovely' according to Adam Smith can lead to more positive relationships, understanding between different groups, and a harmonious society.

An Introduction to Stoic Justice

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 13 Dec 22
📖 Philosophy Ethics Justice Stoicism Virtue Empathy
  1. Stoic justice focuses on promoting principles like justice, equity, and fairness to achieve happiness and inner peace.
  2. Stoic justice emphasizes cultivating respect for others, promoting self-control and moderation, fostering humility, and encouraging empathy towards others' struggles and suffering.
  3. By embracing the values of Stoic justice, such as respect, self-control, humility, and empathy, we can work towards creating a more just and equal society where everyone's basic needs are met.

GRANTED: November newsletter on work and psychology

Granted • 0 implied HN points • 12 Nov 14
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychology Work Empathy Public Speaking Friendship
  1. The Benjamin Franklin Effect describes how someone turned a hater into a fan through giving, backed by psychological research.
  2. Social media affects our friendships and social interactions, impacting how many true friends we can have.
  3. Empathy is a crucial quality often misunderstood by leaders, leading to broken relationships and communication breakdowns.