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344: How to Show Compassion

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In today's episode, Heather Hansen explores one of the most powerful tools we have for connection, credibility, and healing: compassion. Drawing from research, courtroom experience, and two decades defending healthcare providers, Heather Hansen breaks down the real meaning of compassion and the specific actions that genuinely make people feel seen, heard, and supported.

She also shares new insights from recent medical research on how compassion improves patient outcomes, reduces burnout for healthcare providers, and strengthens every relationship in your life. Whether you are a leader, parent, partner, clinician, or friend, these eight proven behaviors can transform the way you communicate and connect.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • The Real Definition of Compassion – Why it is not about suffering with others, but about recognizing their struggle and taking action to relieve it.

  • Eight Proven Compassion Behaviors – The research-backed actions that make people feel understood, respected, and supported.

  • Why Tone Matters – How the way you speak communicates your energy and becomes a key sign of compassion.

  • The Power of Nonjudgment – How dropping judgment makes people more open, honest, and trusting.

  • Gender and Race Differences in Compassion Needs – What research shows women and people of color uniquely identify as compassionate behavior.

  • Everyday Compassion – How to apply these actions at home, at work, and in your community to create meaningful change.

In this episode: [00:00] Heather Hansen on being an Elegant Warrior and embracing life's challenges [02:00] Why compassion is one of the three pillars of credibility, compassion, and charisma [04:47] How compassion affects patient outcomes and healthcare burnout [07:10] The eight behaviors that signal compassion in medical research [09:34] Listening carefully and taking concerns seriously [11:59] Eye contact, presence, tone, and nonjudgment [14:09] Why the least judgmental people are the most trusted [16:36] Responding to opportunities to show compassion [18:30] What women uniquely perceive as compassionate [19:03] What people of color identify as signs of respect and compassion [21:26] How to create a ripple effect of compassion in your daily life

Resources and Links: 📘 Book: Compassionomics by Dr. Stephen Trzeciak and Dr. Anthony Mazzarelli 📘 Book: Wonder Drug by Dr. Stephen Trzeciak and Dr. Anthony Mazzarelli

Connect with Heather:

  continue reading

344 episodes

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Manage episode 520346305 series 2814133
Content provided by Heather Hansen Presents and Heather Hansen. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Heather Hansen Presents and Heather Hansen or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In today's episode, Heather Hansen explores one of the most powerful tools we have for connection, credibility, and healing: compassion. Drawing from research, courtroom experience, and two decades defending healthcare providers, Heather Hansen breaks down the real meaning of compassion and the specific actions that genuinely make people feel seen, heard, and supported.

She also shares new insights from recent medical research on how compassion improves patient outcomes, reduces burnout for healthcare providers, and strengthens every relationship in your life. Whether you are a leader, parent, partner, clinician, or friend, these eight proven behaviors can transform the way you communicate and connect.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • The Real Definition of Compassion – Why it is not about suffering with others, but about recognizing their struggle and taking action to relieve it.

  • Eight Proven Compassion Behaviors – The research-backed actions that make people feel understood, respected, and supported.

  • Why Tone Matters – How the way you speak communicates your energy and becomes a key sign of compassion.

  • The Power of Nonjudgment – How dropping judgment makes people more open, honest, and trusting.

  • Gender and Race Differences in Compassion Needs – What research shows women and people of color uniquely identify as compassionate behavior.

  • Everyday Compassion – How to apply these actions at home, at work, and in your community to create meaningful change.

In this episode: [00:00] Heather Hansen on being an Elegant Warrior and embracing life's challenges [02:00] Why compassion is one of the three pillars of credibility, compassion, and charisma [04:47] How compassion affects patient outcomes and healthcare burnout [07:10] The eight behaviors that signal compassion in medical research [09:34] Listening carefully and taking concerns seriously [11:59] Eye contact, presence, tone, and nonjudgment [14:09] Why the least judgmental people are the most trusted [16:36] Responding to opportunities to show compassion [18:30] What women uniquely perceive as compassionate [19:03] What people of color identify as signs of respect and compassion [21:26] How to create a ripple effect of compassion in your daily life

Resources and Links: 📘 Book: Compassionomics by Dr. Stephen Trzeciak and Dr. Anthony Mazzarelli 📘 Book: Wonder Drug by Dr. Stephen Trzeciak and Dr. Anthony Mazzarelli

Connect with Heather:

  continue reading

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