“That is what compassion does. It challenges our assumptions, our sense of self-limitation, worthlessness, of not having a place in the world, our feelings of loneliness and estrangement. These are narrow, constrictive states of mind. As we develop compassion, our hearts open.”
—Sharon Salzberg

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More Motivational, Inspiring Quotes

“The walls we build around us to keep sadness out also keeps out the joy.”

“We must understand that sadness is an ocean, and sometimes we drown, while other days we are forced to swim.”

“Outer beauty attracts, but inner beauty captivates.”

Every family has a person who breaks the chain of poverty, Be that person to your family.

We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.”

“The emotion that can break your heart is sometimes the very one that heals it …”

I am not handsome but I can give my hand to someone who needs help… Because beauty is required in the heart, not in face…

“Gratitude is one of the most powerful human emotions. Once expressed, it changes attitude, brightens outlook, and broadens our perspective.”

“I don’t want to be at the mercy of my emotions. I want to use them, to enjoy them, and to dominate them.” 

“Small disciplines repeated with consistency every day lead to great achievements gained slowly over time.”

“When all the dust is settled and all the crowds are gone, the things that matter are faith, family, and friends.”

“Don’t lose hope. When the sun goes down, the stars come out.”

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“The word ‘happy’ would lose its meaning if it were not balanced by sadness.”

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Teacher: Test will be easy everyone will pass.

“To tell someone not to be emotional is to tell them to be dead.”

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