The Power Paradox: Why Leaders Lose EmpathySuccess often erodes the traits that created it

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Psychology of Moral Failure

The experience of power physically alters the brain to reduce empathy. Dacher Keltner's research reveals that gaining authority quiets the mirror system, hindering your ability to read emotions and leading to impulsive behavior. This examines how status desensitizes leaders to the needs of others, turning social intelligence into self-serving action.