Compassion Quote by Dalai Lama
“To reduce destructive emotions we need to strengthen constructive emotions. For example, to counter anger we cultivate love and compassion.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Talk, 2005, Dalai Lama
Strengthening positive emotions helps neutralize harmful ones, like using love to counter anger.
In simple terms: Positive feelings can calm negative ones.
Cultivate love and compassion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- conflict resolution
- personal development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice compassion daily?
- What triggers your anger most often?
Love alone may not resolve deep‑seated anger without addressing root causes.