Simple inattention kills empathy, let alone compassion. So the first step in compassion is to notice the other's need. It all begins with the simple act of attention.
Daniel GolemanEmpathy and social skills are social intelligence, the interpersonal part of emotional intelligence. That's why they look alike.
Daniel GolemanPeople learn what they want to learn. If learning is forced on us, even if we master it temporarily, it is soon forgotten.
Daniel GolemanOur emotional mind will harness the rational mind to its purposes, for our feelings and reactions-- rationalizations-- justifying them in terms of the present moment, without realizing the influence of our emotional memory.
Daniel GolemanIt is difficult to spread the contagion of excitement without having a sense of purpose and direction.
Daniel GolemanWant a happier, more content life? I highly recommend the down-to-earth methods you'll find in 'Mindfulness.' Professor Mark Williams and Dr Danny Penman have teamed up to give us scientifically grounded techniques we can apply in the midst of our everyday challenges and catastrophes.
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