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Compassion Quote by Guideposts

“Father, help me remember: “Pity weeps and runs away; compassion comes to help and stay” (Janet Curtis O’Leary).” quote by Guideposts
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““Father, help me remember: “Pity weeps and runs away; compassion comes to help and stay” (Janet Curtis O’Leary).””

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About This Quote

Source Book: Guideposts, 2020

Compassion endures while pity flees; lasting help comes from empathy.

In simple terms: Compassion stays, pity leaves.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate empathy.

Themes

compassion empathy pity

Mood

warm thoughtful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • volunteering
  • daily interactions

Key Concepts

moral philosophy human kindness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to balance empathy?
  • When does pity become harmful?
A Different Perspective

Compassion can be exhausting.

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