Be compassionate
To recognize someone else’s pain, hurt or suffering and factor that into your interaction, response and follow up.
Example for colleagues
Ask if it would be better to move the meeting to a time when the other person is less overwhelmed or stressed. Ask what you can do to help lessen their load.
Example for those who lead
Notice when someone on your team has not been showing up as their best self. Check-in to see if they are okay rather than ignoring the behaviour.
