Why is compassion and empathy regarded as feminine?

Old, outdated stereotypes that men are less capable of that stuff and women "are". ..However, from my experience, I've experienced the opposite many times! 

Because women tend to have better communication skills they are often seen as more compassionate (whether that's true or not). 

It's not.

But I do guard them both with my inner most being. Because many wish to ravish those two very important traits.