Compassion Quote by Dalai Lama
“ONE MUST BE COMPASSIONATE TO ONE'S SELF BEFORE EXTERNAL COMPASSION.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Talk, Dalai Lama, 1995
Self‑compassion is a prerequisite for genuinely caring for others.
In simple terms: You must love yourself first to love others.
Cultivate self‑kindness before extending help.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Therapy
- volunteering
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance self‑care with caring for others?
- What practices help you nurture self‑compassion?
Self‑compassion can be mistaken for selfishness.