Psychology Today | 07.06.2026 02:55
There is no single, universally accepted definition of empathy. What we do know is that empathy is some combination of perspective-taking, being non-judgmental, and the ability to recognize and communicate understanding of someone else’s emotions. Research consistently links empathicleadership to trust, psychological safety, engagement, and performance (Edmondson, 2018; Goleman, 1998).
