Compassion Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
“We should only affect compassion, and carefully avoid having any.”
About This Quote
The quote suggests we should cultivate compassion while avoiding selfishness.
In simple terms: Cultivate compassion, avoid selfishness.
Key Takeaway
Practice empathy.
Themes
compassion
ethics
selflessness
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
reflective
When to use this quote
- relationships
- leadership
- community building
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
human behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance compassion and self‑care?
- What boundaries protect genuine empathy?
A Different Perspective
Compassion can be exhausted without self-care.
