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Altruism Quote by Dalai Lama

“Real love is not based on attachment, but on altruism. In this case, your compassion will remain as a humane response to suffering as long as beings continue to suffer.” quote by Dalai Lama
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“Real love is not based on attachment, but on altruism. In this case, your compassion will remain as a humane response to suffering as long as beings continue to suffer.”

Dalai Lama

About This Quote

Source Speech: Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance, 2016

True love is rooted in selfless compassion, persisting as long as suffering exists.

In simple terms: Love is altruistic compassion.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate compassion for all beings.

Themes

compassion altruism spirituality

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • counseling
  • mindfulness practice
  • conflict mediation

Key Concepts

interdependence emptiness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you sustain compassion without burnout?
  • What practices deepen altruistic love?
A Different Perspective

Compassion can be draining without self‑care.

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