Care Quote by Sharon Salzberg
““With our close friends, family members, and lovers, we hope to create a special world, one in which we can expect to be treated fairly, with care, tenderness, and compassion.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Lovingkindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness, Sharon Salzberg, 2005
A desire for close relationships to be safe, fair, and compassionate, fostering mutual care and tenderness.
In simple terms: We want loved ones to treat us kindly and fairly.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate empathy and set boundaries.
Themes
relationships
compassion
fairness
empathy
Mood
warm
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- romantic partnerships
- friendship circles
- support groups
Key Concepts
mindfulness
emotional intelligence
attachment theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you model compassion when you feel mistreated?
- What boundaries support fair treatment?
A Different Perspective
People may have differing expectations of fairness, leading to conflict.
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