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May 6, 2021 Empathy is a critical part of many people’s jobs. It’s the quality that allows a manager to give feedback in a way that’s both constructive and kind, or helps a teacher figure out the right way to connect with a shy student. But there is also a point at which empathy can tip over into excess. When we feel other people’s pain too deeply, we can wind up exhausted and overwhelmed. The technical term for this feeling is “empathy distress,” which is common among “people who...

Getty Images This story is available exclusively to Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Social rejection in the workplace can be painful. It feels like middle school all over again. While you mustnt assume the exclusion is intentional, its worth examining your behavior. Send questions about your workplace dilemmas and challenges to rknight@insider.com. Welcome to Whats Working?, Insiders new work-advice ...