How to become a patron? How does he decide to reach out to help someone? Was he born with the gene, or does he acquire precious empathy gradually, learning as he grows to feel the pain of the sufferer? This issue has been addressed by many specialists, from neuroscientists to psychologists and sociologists.

In an earlier study by the University of Arizona, a psychology professor made a clear distinction between empathy and compassion, stating that in the first case, a person experiences almost the same emotions as someone who is being hurt, while in the second case, they feel regret but sympathize. not emotionally involved, she does not feel him.

Every time a major tragedy happens, let alone Turkey next door, I wonder if there’s a way to encourage children to give societally. That they develop a need for kindness and meaningful, practical concern for others as they grow up. How can he talk to them about the pain, explain to them what it’s like to lose a family or a home in two minutes. How can he talk to them about brokenness and loss. And how to explain to them what the sentence means.

A few days ago, the active social kitchen group Allos Mannost announced that it was preparing for a trip to Turkey and Syria. He will load food warmers and cooking utensils, food, blankets, tents, children’s things and warm clothes, as many things as he can, and go by ship to Kos, and from there to the areas affected by the earthquake. As many days as he can stand, he will lend a helping hand. A little food, a little clothing, the bare necessities for as many people as possible; a warm plate of food, like a hug. A drop in the sea of ​​trouble? He can. But it means solidarity, offer, empathy. Here’s what to talk about with your kids.