The responses, "I feel so bad for you." and "Poor you." are not appropriate responses because they
A) convey sympathy, not empathy.
B) sound insincere.
C) reflect feelings.
D) encourage self-pity.

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The responses demonstrate sympathy rather than empathy since the focus is on the speaker's feelings instead of acknowledging the other person's emotions. Empathy involves trying to understand and connect with someone's feelings rather than simply expressing pity or condolences.

The Responses, "I Feel So Bad for You