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Opportunities to show compassion often feel difficult, but exercising virtue seems to help people cope.

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New study suggests compassion, patience, and self-control are great 'selfish' choices for your own happiness

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For three years she passed the same homeless man, then one question changed everything

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Their toddler damaged a neighbor's car. The 'invoice' they got was a total shock.

When their toddler damaged a neighbor's car, the parents braced for a huge repair bill. The 'invoice' they received was something else entirely.

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A mom told her daughter not to talk to a ‘dirty biker.’ His epic response is pure class.

When a stranger judged him for his appearance, he chose empathy over anger. His open letter is a masterclass in looking past stereotypes that resonated with millions.

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UFC fighter turns defeat of pro-Hitler opponent into compassionate call for mental health

“I'm sad for him, and you know what? I hope we all hope and pray and help out Bryce Mitchell.”

Articles

Expandable Shoes Adapt to Fit the Feet of Growing Children

How “practical compassion” helped create innovative footwear for impoverished kids around the globe.

The Empathy Mirror

Recent discoveries in neurofeedback can teach you to be less of a dick.

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New study suggests compassion, patience, and self-control are great 'selfish' choices for your own happiness

Barack Obama wrote a beautiful letter to a 10-year-old girl being bullied for having gay parents

She thought the man staring at her was a creep, then he spoke and she burst into tears

When a 70-year-old mom saw an aggressive man on the subway, her simple act left him in tears

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Their toddler damaged a neighbor's car. The 'invoice' they got was a total shock.

When their toddler damaged a neighbor's car, the parents braced for a huge repair bill. The 'invoice' they received was something else entirely.

A mom told her daughter not to talk to a ‘dirty biker.’ His epic response is pure class.

When a stranger judged him for his appearance, he chose empathy over anger. His open letter is a masterclass in looking past stereotypes that resonated with millions.

Canadian social worker does nationwide tour listening to people for free. Here's what they reveal.

"You are not alone. I will listen."

Why book editor Yahdon Israel created an empathic book club for straight men

Imagination breeds compassion.

Expandable Shoes Adapt to Fit the Feet of Growing Children

How “practical compassion” helped create innovative footwear for impoverished kids around the globe.

The Empathy Mirror

Recent discoveries in neurofeedback can teach you to be less of a dick.

Wait, the Dalai Lama Supports the Killing of Bin Laden?

In a speech in Los Angeles, the Tibetan leader was asked about the Bin Laden killing. His answer suggests he might be OK with it.

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When their toddler damaged a neighbor's car, the parents braced for a huge repair bill. The 'invoice' they received was something else entirely.

When a stranger judged him for his appearance, he chose empathy over anger. His open letter is a masterclass in looking past stereotypes that resonated with millions.

"You are not alone. I will listen."

“I'm sad for him, and you know what? I hope we all hope and pray and help out Bryce Mitchell.”

Imagination breeds compassion.

How “practical compassion” helped create innovative footwear for impoverished kids around the globe.

Recent discoveries in neurofeedback can teach you to be less of a dick.

In a speech in Los Angeles, the Tibetan leader was asked about the Bin Laden killing. His answer suggests he might be OK with it.

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