Cultivating Compassion
Goleman in his article emphasizes the mirror neurons which are brain cells that help us stay connected, these neurons work when we act or see someone else doing it, which makes it easy for us to understand and open our feelings to make use of connections. Therefore, as a leader we need to be socially…
The Heart of Compassion: What It Means and Why It Matters Compassion to me is all about understanding and helping others when they’re going through tough times. It’s like having a caring heart that wants to make things better for people who are hurting. This feeling of wanting to help comes naturally to us humans…
I came across a quote that said, not to cross oceans for people who would not even cross a puddle for you. And I read a counter statement that said, cross oceans and climb mountains for people, no matter what. It is always about what you give, and not what you gain. Compassion is all…
Neff (2003) and Gilbert (2009, 2010) also state that in terms of the orientation of compassion, individuals can show understanding and compassion to others, experience compassion from others, and show understanding and compassion to themselves. One of the disadvantages of living in a culture that emphasizes a culture of obedience, individual achievement, and perfectionism is…