Add Quote by Tenzin Palmo
“I think to dwell continually on the dark side creates gloom and despair and anger and hatred, and that just adds to the darkness. So rather than that, we need to think of the beauty in the world, and also send out love and compassion to all beings in this world. Not just the people we like, but people who we find difficult. Because they are very deeply in need of compassion.”
About This Quote
Focusing on negativity fuels more darkness; instead, cultivate compassion and love for all, even those we dislike, because they need it most.
In simple terms: Negativity breeds more negativity; choose compassion.
Practice universal kindness.
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When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- mental health
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you extend empathy to a difficult person?
- What practices help shift focus from darkness to light?
Compassion can be challenging toward hostile individuals.