The ability to infer the ...

The ability to infer the specific content of another person\'s thoughts and feelings.
The ability to infer the specific content of another person's thoughts and feelings.
 William Ickes

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I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice.
A lie gets halfway around the world before the truth has a chance to get its pants on.

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Empathically accurate perceivers are those who are consistently good at 'reading' other people's thoughts and feelings. All else being equal, they are likely to be the most tactful advisors, the most diplomatic officials, the most effective negotiators, the most electable politicians, the most productive salespersons, the most successful teachers, and the most insightful therapists.
 William Ickes