"True compassion is not just an emotional..." - Quote by Dalai Lama
True compassion is not just an emotional response but a firm commitment founded on reason.
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“Look at children. Of course they may quarrel, but generally speaking they do not harbor ill feelings as much or as long as adults do. Most adults have the advantage of education over children, but what is the use of an education if they show a big smile while hiding negative feelings deep inside? Children don�t usually act in such a manner. If they feel angry with someone, they express it, and then it is finished. They can still play with that person the following day.”
“The world has also learned that economic growth, by itself, cannot close the gap between rich and poor.”
“If you are honest, truthful, and transparent, people trust you. If people trust you, you have no grounds for fear, suspicion or jealousy.”