The Hidden Red Flags: How to Spot a Mean-Spirited Person Behind a Friendly Mask
A person who values kindness won’t engage in destructive gossip sessions because they understand how hurtful that can be.
5. They lack genuine empathy
It’s one thing to say, “I’m sorry you feel that way,” and another to truly pause and listen to what someone is going through.
Mean-spirited people often struggle to empathize with others. They might offer hollow words of support that don’t match their actions or do the bare minimum so they can maintain their “nice” image.
True empathy goes deeper—it involves actively trying to understand someone else’s feelings and showing compassion through behavior, not just words.
