Shermin Kruse

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.

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.

Shermin Kruse, an Iranian-born lawyer and author of *Stoic Empathy*, shares her impactful journey from navigating cultural exile to advocating for empathy in conflict resolution. She discusses her mother’s negotiation with morality police in Tehran, contrasting cognitive and emotional empathy’s roles in understanding emotions and preventing wrongdoing. Shermin connects Stoicism with personal resilience, suggesting practical exercises like ice plunges and meditation to enhance emotional strength. Her insights on migration and cultural dialogue illuminate the path to living well.