Quotes about Compassion

Happiness is never something you get from other people. The happiness you feel is in direct proportion to the love you are able to give.

You can't get mercy unless you give it. You can't receive compassion unless you give it.

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

Look inward—the loving begins with you.

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

My highest achievement: never shutting down my heart. Even in my darkest moments—through sexual abuse, a pregnancy at 14, lies and betrayals—I remained faithful, hopeful, and willing to see the best in people, regardless of whether they were showing me their worst. I continued to believe that no matter how hard the climb, there is always a way to let in a sliver of light to illuminate the path forward.

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 most terrible thing about it is not that it breaks one's heart—hearts are made to be broken—but that it turns one's heart to stone.

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