As human beings we each have a responsibility to care for humanity. Expressing concern for others brings inner strength and deep satisfaction. As social animals, human beings need friendship, but friendship doesn't come from wealth and power, but from showing compassion and concern for others.
Dalai LamaWhen we meet real tragedy in life, we can react in two ways - either by losing hope and falling into self-destructive habits, or by using the challenge to find our inner strength.
Dalai LamaLooking at various means of developing compassion, I think empathy is an important factor: the ability to appreciate others' suffering.
Dalai LamaOn occasions when u feel most hopeless, u must take powerful effort. We must persist in face of failure.
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