Webempathy is a fundamental survival trait because it is awareness that the other person could be me. In fact, it elevates the other from a “you” to a “thou. ” more importantly, it. We can cultivate a more empathetic. Webhere’s how we can start bridging the empathy gap: Listen to understand, not to respond: Put down your phone, silence your inner monologue, and truly listen to what the other person is.