Associates Quote by Dalai Lama
“I really feel that some people neglect and overlook compassion because they associate it with religion. Of course, everyone is free to choose whether they pay religion any regard, but to neglect compassion is a mistake because it is the source of our own well-being.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nobel Peace Prize Lecture, 1989
Compassion is essential for personal well‑being and should not be dismissed as merely religious; it is a universal human need.
In simple terms: Compassion benefits everyone, not just religious people.
Cultivate compassion regardless of belief.
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When to use this quote
- healthcare
- education
- community building
- personal development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you show compassion today?
- What obstacles prevent people from being compassionate?
Compassion can be practiced without religious affiliation.