“The first beneficiary of compassion is always oneself. When compassion, or warm-hearted ness, arises in us and shifts our focus away from our narrow self interest, it is as if we open an inner door.

Compassion reduces our fear, boosts our confidence and brings us inner strength. By reducing mistrust, it opens us to others and brings us a sense of connection with them and a sense of purpose and meaning in life.

Compassion also gives us respite from our own difficulties.”

Dalai Llama