The path of compassion leads to the development of insight. But it doesn't work to say, "Ready, set, go! Be compassionate!" Beginning any practice depends on intention. Intention depends on intuiting-at least a little bit-the suffering inherent in the human condition and the pain we feel, and cause, when we act out of confusion. It also depends on trusting-at least a little bit-in the possibility of a contented, satisfied mind.


Pay Attention, for Goodness' Sake (ed. Ballantine Books, 2007) - ISBN: 9780307416353

Sylvia Boorstein Quotes

The path of compassion leads to the development of insight. But it doesn't work to say, Ready, set, go! Be compassionate! Beginning any practice...

The path of compassion leads to the development of insight. But it doesn't work to say, Ready, set, go! Be compassionate! Beginning any practice...

The path of compassion leads to the development of insight. But it doesn't work to say, Ready, set, go! Be compassionate! Beginning any practice...

The path of compassion leads to the development of insight. But it doesn't work to say, Ready, set, go! Be compassionate! Beginning any practice...