CHAPTER 4
Compassionate
Most of us have been there. Somebody says something really hurtful and, before you know it, you’ve lashed out back at them. Either that or gone away to hide in a corner. Anger or anxiety; fight or flight. It’s all down to basic instincts. When you feel you’re under attack (and that could be emotionally, verbally or physically) most people attack back, or run away. It’s deeply ingrained. But a more evolved response would be to show compassion.
Most people are hurting, what they need is healing, not another beating.
Most people you meet are fighting a difficult battle. They’re battling with stressful jobs, unfulfilling jobs, difficult relationships, financial troubles or ill health. Few of us get through life without ...
Get Pure Wisdom now with the O’Reilly learning platform.
O’Reilly members experience books, live events, courses curated by job role, and more from O’Reilly and nearly 200 top publishers.
