Compassion Quotes

"The purpose of life is to help others, and if you can’t help them, won’t you at least not hurt them? I know that is a platitude, that that is sentimental and can easily be attacked. But loving, caring is simple, and we make it complex. Our own neuroses make it complex."

- Leo Buscaglia

"Sensitive people feel the weight of the world, absorbing emotions like sponges, and sometimes, it can really hurt. But sensitive people also feel joy more passionately and give compassion more generously. When we love, it is deep and enduring."

- Jenn Granneman

"For sensitive people, a little support can go a long way. A kind word, a listening ear, or a safe space can make all the difference for them. Let’s show compassion and understanding for those who experience the world differently."

- Jenn Granneman

"Speak only endearing speech, speech that is welcomed. Speech, when it brings no evil to others, is a pleasant thing."

- Buddha

"When another person makes you suffer, it is because he suffers deeply within himself, and his suffering is spilling over. He does not need punishment; he needs help. That's the message he is sending."

- Thich Nhat Hanh

"Waking up this morning, I smile. Twenty-four brand new hours are before me. I vow to live fully in each moment and to look at all beings with eyes of compassion."

- Thich Nhat Hanh

"Culture makes all men gentle."

- Menander

"In the practice of tolerance, one's enemy is the best teacher."

- Dalai Lama

"Only the development of compassion and understanding for others can bring us the tranquility and happiness we all seek."

- Dalai Lama

"Compassion is the radicalism of our time."

- Dalai Lama

"Compassion naturally creates a positive atmosphere, and as a result, you feel peaceful and content."

- Dalai Lama

"There is no need for temples; no need for complicated philosophy. Our own brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness."

- 14th Dalai Lama

"Whether or not we follow any particular spiritual tradition, the benefits of love and kindness are obvious to anyone."

- 14th Dalai Lama

"“When someone is going through a storm, your silent presence is more powerful than a million empty words.”"

- Mahatma Gandhi

"“A caress, a smile, is full of meaning for one who is sick. It is a simple gesture, but encouraging, he or she feels accompanied, feels closer to being healed, feels like a person, not a number.”"

- Pope Francis

"“Apprehension, uncertainty, waiting, expectation, fear of surprise, do a patient more harm than any exertion.”"

- Florence Nightingale

"“Panic plays no part in the training of a nurse.”"

- Elizabeth Kenny

"“Nurses—one of the few blessings of being ill.”"

- Sara Moss-Wolfe

"If you have men who will exclude any of God's creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have men who will deal likewise with their fellow men."

- Francis of Assisi

"Be kind to yourself, and then let your kindness fill the world."

- Pema Chödrön

"One of the greatest lessons in compassion I had learned was that holding onto resentment and anger doesn’t serve anyone, especially yourself."

- James R. Doty, M.D

"If you can't say something nice, don't say nothing at all."

- Thumper

"If you suffer and make your loved ones suffer, there is nothing that can justify your desire."

"I am determined to practice deep listening. I am determined to practice loving speech."

"Do not avoid contact with suffering or close your eyes before suffering. Do not lose awareness of the existence of suffering in the life of the world. Find ways to be with those who are suffering by all means, including personal contact and visits, images, sounds. By such means, awaken yourself and others to the reality of suffering in the world. If we get in touch with the suffering of the world, and are moved by that suffering, we may come forward to help the people who are suffering."

"I would not look upon anger as something foreign to me that I have to fight. I have to deal with my anger with care, with love, with tenderness, with nonviolence."

"Those who are without compassion cannot see what is seen with the eyes of compassion."

"Words and thoughts concerning compassionate action that are not put into practice are like beautiful flowers that are colorful but have no fragrance."

"Happy Birthday, my compassionate soul! Your kindness to others is a gift. May you continue to spread love and positivity, making the world a brighter place."

"Happy Birthday to my loving daughter who keeps our family grounded. Your compassion and understanding bring us closer together every day. May your birthday be filled with love and joyful moments."