Ill health Quote by Will Schwalbe
““He starts to whisper a prayer. “Whatever beings there are, may they be free from suffering. Whatever beings there are, may they be free from enmity. Whatever beings there are, may they be free from hurtfulness. Whatever beings there are, may they be free from ill health. Whatever beings there are, may they be able to protect their own happiness.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: “The Art of Giving” (TED Talk), 2015
A compassionate prayer wishing all beings freedom from suffering, enmity, hurt, illness, and happiness.
In simple terms: Wishes freedom from suffering and happiness for all.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate universal compassion.
Themes
compassion
prayer
well‑being
Mood
hopeful
empathetic
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- interfaith dialogue
- mental health support
Key Concepts
Spirituality
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we act on this wish?
- What practical steps foster universal well‑being?
A Different Perspective
May not address systemic causes of suffering.
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