Empathy

Having an empathetic heart leads to a person who knows, cares, shares and understands other human beings the same way as he or she understands oneself.

Empathy is what brings people together. Empathy is what makes people care for each other. A child exposed to this truly human quality learns kindness and generosity therefore evolving into a balanced human being. When we talk about balance, the most important balance to achieve for every human around the world is emotional balance emotional balance is the ability of a human being to react, respond, reciprocate or act when exposed to a happening, a situation or any event. This develops EQ – the emotional quotient of a human being.

The emotional quotient of a human being is the ability to become compassionate towards one and all. A true leader is one who not only knows about the situation of his or her team member but also understands the reasons behind the particular behaviour of individuals. Therefore such a leader always thinks before acting or taking a decision. Empathy is hence also about having patience and above all, welcoming every human being as is where is without discriminating.

A multi cultural setting is wonderful way to expose people the difference situations so that they develop an empathetic nature towards one and all. A classroom at Cyboard School is a perfect example of how empathy is practiced by young citizens of the world. Each classroom at Cyboard School consists of children from myriad backgrounds and cultures. Children belonging to different situations, children of all shapes and sizes, colour and ethnicity; therefore a classroom at Cyboard School becomes the holy ground that breeds togetherness, companionship, friendship and knowing each other as divine and graceful.

Children learn to help each other, support each other and care for each other too. They understand the complexities that exist in each other’s lives and also understand the greatness that each child in the class carries within. Watching children meet during the once-a-month physical meet ups organized by Cyboard School is a treat to watch. A colourful visual camouflages the eyes while the shouts of friendship fill the heart with emotions.

Cyboard School is the only institution that offers such a kind of exposure, atmosphere and culture to children and this is impossible to be found in any physical school. Children at Cyboard School prefer to love each other than to bully and make fun of. This helps them develop a heart that is larger than life and a spirit that is mightier than their physical strength.

By bringing children from across India and beyond together in a classroom Cyboard School is a fantastic example of how a child can learn and practice empathy.