Sympathy

Sympathy is an emotional response characterized by feelings of compassion, pity, and sorrow for the suffering or misfortune of others. While closely related to empathy, sympathy differs in that it involves recognizing and caring about someone else’s pain or distress without necessarily sharing their emotions or perspective. Key aspects of sympathy include: Sympathy serves as a bridge of understanding and compassion between individuals, fostering a sense of community and shared humanity. It demonstrates care for the well-being of others during challenging times and contributes to the support systems that help people cope with adversity.

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