I think the reason people lack empathy in this book is because they expect perfection and expect them to be living this perfect life with no problems. So when someone is having a hard time, I'm sure that it would be hard to explain that when everyone thinks you are fine.
When they have their nightly discussions as a family, they confess to eachother about different things, and still they showed no empathy. (like the parents) When Jonas told about his dream, his parents just told him to take pills, and told him what to do next. (Basically :))
I think when Jonas starts to feel empathy for others is definatley when he sees the baby released, and knows Gabe was going to be released. Jonas shows empathy for Gabe when he takes him awsay and does all he can to keep both of them alive, but mainly Gabe. It was a struggle for Jonas to go up the hill but he kept going beacause it was the best for him and Jonas. I think that is when Jonas feels what it feels like to actually branch out and feel empathy for others.
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