Empathy is contagious

Don't be shy of spreading kindness, 

our conscious acts will bring the brightness, 

to the ever-increasing crowd of minds,

that are too indifferent to the surroundings. 

For, it's in our very nature,

shown through much research,

if taken appropriate measures,

we can shape empathy in humans. 

To understand the perspectives, 

feel other's pain and struggles,

being accommodating of concerns,

is responsible for the foundation...of civilization. 

Empathy is pretty fluid,

can be taught or learned,

if provided with adequate support,

and influenced through our peers. 

Even in adults, it's contagious, 

as we see other's reactions, 

that helps in formulating our own,

from being apathetic, to be involved. 

Yet, we need to fulfill conditions, 

an atmosphere of mutual respect,

is essential, for empathy to thrive,

nothing begins with negative thoughts. 

So, don't be shy of spreading kindness,

become the light, in the prevailing darkness,

let us be aware, empathy is contagious,

if nurtured under favorable environment.