I would like to explain the meaning of compassion, which is often misunderstood. Genuine compassion is based not on our own projections and expectations, but rather on the rights of the other: irrespective of whether another person is a close friend
Dalai LamaThe more we are concerned for the well being of others, the closer we will feel to each other.
Dalai LamaWe are social animals. Others' suffering is ultimately your suffering; their happiness is ultimately your happiness.
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