Compassion Quotes

"Dear Lord, please bless all those in pain. Comfort those who grieve. Show them how your tender care will never fail. And bless their hearts with peace."

- Linda Elrod

"The test of good manners is to be patient with the bad ones."

- Solomon Ibn Gabirol

"Be patient and understanding. Life is too short to be vengeful or malicious."

- Phillips Brooks

"Patience is an act of love every day, when you are patient with your toddlers, or your husband who can’t remember to put the toilet seat down."

- Sharon Hodde Miller

"Love the world as your own self; then you can truly care for all things."

- Lao Tzu

"The biggest thing we get out of it is seeing the kids smile. And hopefully, we will also see that the lessons we’re teaching – not only the fundamentals of hockey but also the life values – are sinking in."

- Bobby Orr

""There is nothing that makes us love a man so much as praying for him.""

- William Law

""God never gives us discernment in order that we may criticize, but that we may intercede.""

- Oswald Chambers

"You cannot pray for someone and hate them at the same time."

- Billy Graham

""Any concern too small to be turned into prayer is too small to be made into a burden.""

- Corrie ten Boom

"Simply let experience take place very freely so that your open heart is suffused with the tenderness of true compassion."

- Tsoknyi Rinpoche

"In times of stress, the best thing we can do for each other is to listen with our ears and our hearts and to be assured that our questions are just as important as our answers."

- Fred Rogers

"A man of calm is like a shady tree. People who need shelter come to it."

- Toba Beta

"I’m just so damn tired of watching myself and every single other woman tie ourselves in knots so that people will like us."

- Gloria

"It’s okay if you’re crying. I cried too. It’s kind of amazing."

- Barbie

"Wishing you a Tuesday sprinkled with inspiration and kindness. Let every interaction be a positive ripple, making the world a brighter place."

"Today I choose to see life’s wholeness and interconnectedness. Although troubles exist, there is far more goodness, empathy and hope. I contribute to that on this Tuesday through compassion for all."

"Today I choose faith in humankind’s goodness. Though conflicts exist, most people aim to live purposeful lives through hard work and reciprocated kindness. I contribute to this."

"With mindfulness and compassion, I move through this Tuesday. All people and experiences I encounter provide chances to exchange empathy, gain wisdom, and make a difference. I open my heart and mind to them."

"Today I open myself to wisdom from unexpected sources. Though conflicts exist, most people strive to live meaningful lives through hard work and kindness. On this Tuesday I seek to understand rather than judge."

"Good morning! Tuesday is a gentle reminder to be thoughtful in our actions, compassionate in our words, and appreciative of the moments that shape our journey."

"The world is better because you are in it."

"Your feelings deserve to be felt, acknowledged, and seen."

"You don’t have to talk until you’re ready. (Or ever.) I’ll be here as a support either way."

"You are a kind, loving, beautiful person. It might be really hard to see this now, but you will get through this – and when it seems like you won’t I’m here for you."

"You matter to so many people in this world. You make such a positive impact on people’s lives (including my own) and I’m here to help you get through this difficult time."

"It’s not fair what you’re going through."

"I hate that you’re hurting. You don’t deserve this."

"I’m sending you something to help lift your spirits; I hope it brings a smile to your face."

"You’ve always been a beacon of light in dark times; may I be one for you?"