In the past, we have written about the role of compassion and empathy – the importance of it and how it works. Here is a video that explains the concept even further – short, sweet, and to the point.
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One of the major components of empathy is compassion, and I have loved reading the articles from scholars and empathizers around the world who choose compassion over hate and ignorance. The Charter for Compassion, lead by Karen Armstrong, continue to share these efforts. They shared 3 questions to ask as we try to understand the violence that is happening around the world and in our own country.
Karen Armstrong explains, that if you cannot answer question 3, then begin to access your ability for empathy. Find the answers to that question before judging, criticizing, or responding with violence of your own.
Though it can be difficult to view the world from another’s eyes, the benefits are well worth it.
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