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Tag Archives: compassion
Metta
It’s helpful to begin the new season on a positive, uplifting note. For this cold start, I have a warm word: metta. Metta is sorely needed to balance out the negativity and discord that is present in today’s world. If … Continue reading
Posted in Contemplation, Friendship, philosophy
Tagged compassion, loving-kindness, metta, selflessness, unity
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Come On People Now
The musical refrain “Come on people now, Smile on your brother, Everybody get together, Try to love one another right now.” Has been looping on my mental jukebox the past several mornings. The version of “Get Together” most of us … Continue reading
Posted in Contemplation, Friendship, philosophy, Politics, religion
Tagged "Get Together", brotherhood, compassion, conditional love, love, The Youngbloods, unconditional love
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Be Kind To Humankind Week
Rick decided to make over his appearance but didn’t warn me about it beforehand. I was only familiar with his pleasantly scruffy face and long hair. Last Wednesday, after he greeted me in his normally cheerful manner, it took me … Continue reading
Posted in cultural highlights, Friendship, Health
Tagged compassion, compliments, helpfulness, kindness
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Being Kind To Animals
Due to the fact that human beings are members of the Animal Kingdom, it has always made sense to me that it is best to be kind to animals. I’ve never seen the supposed sharp boundary line that separates us … Continue reading
Posted in Contemplation, cultural highlights, Environment, philosophy, religion, Wildlife
Tagged animals, Be Kind To Animals Week, compassion, cruelty, kindness
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Human Beings Week
During the past twelve months or so, I’ve attended four funerals and received the obituaries of three more people who live far away. I’ve attended two weddings and received one additional invitation but did not attend because it took place … Continue reading
Posted in Contemplation, cultural highlights, Politics, religion
Tagged compassion, empathy, friendship, generosity, good will, human beings, Universal Human Rights
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Renaissance Of The Heart
My new day planner/diary says that among many commemorations, February is “Renaissance of the Heart Month”. This is a very appealing celebration. It’s also very much needed in today’s national conversation. If we pay attention to current events these days, … Continue reading
Posted in cultural highlights, Friendship, Meanderings, philosophy, Politics, religion
Tagged compassion, Deborah Kulkkula, empathy, Renaissance of the Heart Month
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Kindly
One of the most valuable skills my old guru taught is Lovingkindness Meditation. He said that for the best benefit, it is best to practice it daily. This type of meditation has found its way into a segment of popular … Continue reading
Posted in Contemplation, Friendship, Health, Hometown
Tagged caring, compassion, healthfulness, joy, Lovingkindness Meditation
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