Shermin Kruse
Negotiation consultant, law professor at Northwestern University’s Pritzker School of Law, and TEDx producer. Author of the book Stoic Empathy: The Road Map to a Life of Influence, Self-Leadership, and Integrity.
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Jul 24, 2025 • 52min
Stoic Empathy – Compassion Without Burnout
Shermin Kruse, a negotiation consultant and law professor, discusses the intriguing concept of Stoic Empathy and how it can help maintain compassion without leading to burnout. She differentiates Stoic Empathy from traditional compassion models, exploring common misconceptions about empathy and its relationship with anger. Shermin shares practical tools for fostering healthy emotional engagement and emphasizes the importance of journaling and mindfulness practices. This transformative approach offers insights for facing global injustices while preserving emotional resilience.
Jun 3, 2025 • 1h 11min
A Stoic Conversation with Shermin Kruse: How Stoic Empathy Build Better Connections
Shermin Kruse, an author and executive coach, discusses the power of Stoic Empathy, blending emotional intelligence with philosophy. She shares insights from her childhood in post-revolution Iran, emphasizing the role of artistic expression as protest. The conversation explores balancing personal responsibility with emotional well-being, and how courage without empathy can be inadequate. Shermin also reflects on the importance of navigating discomfort in leadership and fostering deeper connections through understanding.
