Compassion Quote by Tenzin Palmo
“I sometimes feel tremendous compassion and helplessness.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Buddhist Monastery, 2015
Compassion can be overwhelming, leading to feelings of helplessness.
In simple terms: Compassion may cause helplessness.
Channel compassion into action.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- counseling
- self‑care
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance compassion with self‑care?
- What actions can transform helplessness?
Too much empathy can cause burnout.