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Compassion Quote by Lobsang Tenzin

“You need not search for the compassionate mind from outside. To know yourself, to know your nature, your mind will automatically be the compassionate one.” quote by Lobsang Tenzin
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“You need not search for the compassionate mind from outside. To know yourself, to know your nature, your mind will automatically be the compassionate one.”

Lobsang Tenzin

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public talk on compassion, 2018

Compassion arises internally when self‑knowledge aligns with one's true nature.

In simple terms: Know yourself, compassion follows.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate self‑awareness to foster compassion.

Themes

self‑knowledge compassion inner peace mindfulness

Mood

calm inspirational

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • therapy
  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

Buddhist psychology inner transformation ethical development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What blocks your inner compassion?
  • How can self‑knowledge be deepened?
A Different Perspective

Compassion may be hindered by ego or external distractions.

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