Compassion without attachment is possible. Therefore, we need to clarify the distinctions between compassion and attachment. True compassion is not just an emotional response but a firm commitment founded on reason. Therefore, a truly compassionate attitude towards others does not change even if they behave negatively. Genuine compassion is based not on our own projections and expectations, but rather on the needs of the other...


The Compassionate Life (2001), Ch. 2 "How to Develop Compassion" p. 21

Tenzin Gyatso Quotes

Compassion without attachment is possible. Therefore, we need to clarify the distinctions between compassion and attachment. True compassion is not...

Compassion without attachment is possible. Therefore, we need to clarify the distinctions between compassion and attachment. True compassion is not...

Compassion without attachment is possible. Therefore, we need to clarify the distinctions between compassion and attachment. True compassion is not...

Compassion without attachment is possible. Therefore, we need to clarify the distinctions between compassion and attachment. True compassion is not...