Quotes about Empathy

The old thing when you're pointing your finger, there's three fingers pointing back. And so I always tell people that whatever you focus on, you get more of. So if I'm gossiping about someone that I'm judging or being negative about, then I'm actually creating more negativity inside of me, and I'm not focusing on what I want.

Turn your heart toward what is good by cultivating forgiveness and compassion and mindful presence.

As a spirit dwelling in the ever-evolving human experience, I know that I am no better or worse than any other being. I simply am. You simply are. We are connected.

You must be fearless enough to give yourself the love you didn't receive.

My pain is your pain because all pain is the same

Today, be proactive about forgiving those who have been the source of pain in your life.

Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. PHILIPPIANS 2:4

The reason we all like to think so well of others is that we are all afraid for ourselves. The basis of optimism is sheer terror.

People are very fond of giving away what they need most themselves. It is what I call the depth of generosity.

And with tears of blood he cleansed the hand, The hand that held the steel: For only blood can wipe out blood, And only tears can heal

One must have a heart of stone to read the death of little Nell without laughing.

All sins, except a sin against itself, Love should forgive. All lives, save loveless lives, true Love should pardon.