Compassion Quotes

"But we would forget the lesson of the Incarnation, of the enfleshing of God—the lesson that we who are followers of Jesus do not run from the secular; rather we try to transform it. It is our mission to make holy the secular aspects of Christmas just as the early Christians baptized the Christmas tree. And we do this by being holy people—kind, patient, generous, loving, laughing people—no matter how maddening is the Christmas rush…"

- St. John Paul II

"I don’t want to be sold to when I walk into a store. I want to be welcomed."

- Angela Ahrendts

"It hurt because it mattered."

- John Green

"An awake heart is like a lighthouse helping others to find a safe way home."

- Rolf van der Wind

"Be Kind Anyway"

- Mother Teresa

"Be nicer to your customers than your competitors."

- Richard Reed

"How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!"

- Maya Angelou

"I personally know women who are breast cancer survivors and will do all I can to support the cause. Besides, I love boobies!"

- Jane Wiedlin

"Cancer is messy and scary. You throw everything at it, but don’t forget to throw love at it. It turns out that might be the best weapon of all."

- Regina Brett

"If you have a friend or family member with breast cancer, try not to look at her with 'sad eyes.' Treat her like you always did; just show a little extra love."

- Hoda Kotb

"Cure sometimes, treat often, comfort always."

- Hippocrates

"Cancer is really hard to go through and it’s really hard to watch someone you love go through, and I know because I have been on both sides of the equation."

- Cynthia Nixon

"“The opposite of love is not hate, it's indifference. The opposite of art is not ugliness, it's indifference. The opposite of faith is not heresy, it's indifference. And the opposite of life is not death, it's indifference.”"

- Elie Wiesel

"Take only memories. Leave only footprints."

- Chief Seattle

"Travel teaches tolerance."

- Benjamin Disraeli

"The people who give you their food give you their heart."

- Cesar Chavez

"America is known as a country that welcomes people to its shores. All kinds of people."

- Ruth Bader Ginsburg

"A worthy New Year's resolution, perhaps, is to take no hatred into the New Year without requiring it to restate its purpose."

- Robert Brault

"Here are a few suggestions for special gifts: a firm handshake to a shaky soul, a kind word to a lonely person, a warm smile to the disheartened, a sincere concern for someone troubled, a feeling of compassion for the neglected, a comforting thought for the bereaved, a respect for the dignity of others, a defense of the rights of individuals, a word of witness to help a seeking soul, a Merry Christmas to all."

"Don’t forget that maybe you are the lighthouse in someone’s storm."

"Your birthday is a reminder of the incredible impact you have on those around you. Here’s to celebrating the generous, kind-hearted person you are."

"May your birthday be as heartwarming and beautiful as the love and compassion you bring into every life you touch. Have the best birthday!"

"Happy birthday! I may be a little late, but my warm birthday wishes are just as sincere. Happy belated birthday to a one-of-a-kind friend!"

"I missed your birthday, but your friendship is always on my mind. Happy belated birthday to a fantastic friend!"

"Be kind today"

"Celebrate the amazing person you are. Happy birthday, filled with love!"

"May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer."

"Be a lighthouse. Shine for others when they are in darkness."

"No one is more cherished in this world than someone who lightens the burden of another. Thank you."

"No one who achieves success does so without acknowledging the help of others. The wise and confident acknowledge this help with gratitude."