I dunno about others ...or professions of the nature...but for me...growing up,I was really in need of guidance ,support,and advice.I made a ton of mistakes...and really felt humbled when I found understanding or forgiveness.I reach out...because that is what I need as a human forgiveness,advice,direction...I try to do what I sense is right.Fail miserably most of the time lol.Hmm...as I wrote...the thoughts processed in my head...flashing snippets of examples of my responses to people.I do over empathize.I do cry about things with no direct impact on my life.To the point of severe sadness.I think yes you are correct.It is a sort of crippling trait. Grrr....lol...(wish I could find a balance in that...you bring a useful subject matter to the forefront.)Thank you for this.