Compassion Quote by Guideposts
““Father, help me remember: “Pity weeps and runs away; compassion comes to help and stay” (Janet Curtis O’Leary).””
About This Quote
Source Book: Guideposts, 2020
Compassion endures while pity flees; lasting help comes from empathy.
In simple terms: Compassion stays, pity leaves.
Cultivate empathy.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- counseling
- volunteering
- daily interactions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance empathy?
- When does pity become harmful?
Compassion can be exhausting.