Is it possible to train the mind to respond with compassion in all situations?
Sometimes it’s easy to respond compassionately– when someone obviously needs compassion.
It’s harder when someone is being obnoxious or saying something unthoughtful.
It’s harder when there are extenuating circumstances.
It’s harder when you feel compelled to argue with their position or provide a different perspective.
Sometimes people don’t want more to think about and they don’t want to argue. They just want someone to acknowledge what they are feeling.
This is something to work on.
“Be kind. Everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” ~Attributed to both T.H. Thompson and John Watson
Comment by Guffey — June 10, 2010 @ 6:31 pm
That second to last one.
Comment by Julie — June 11, 2010 @ 12:28 am