Interesting research on compassion and our well being. I feel good sharing this 😉
by Deepak Chopra: Compassion is changing before our eyes. A religious concept associated with Jesus and Buddha
(known as “the Compassionate One”) is being researched today through brain scans and positive psychology. In positive psychology your aim is to reach a state of well-being. The actions of a compassionate person, being kind and sympathetic, turn out to bring personal benefits as well. This is one way that a spiritual value acquires practical, everyday value.
As part of a compassionate lifestyle, a person:
Lets go of judgment
Is more accepting of others
Appreciates how other people feel
Tries to help in difficult situations
Acts as a sympathetic listener
Renounces anger and aggression
Works to maintain a harmonious, peaceful atmosphere at home and at work.
The reason a compassionate lifestyle leads to greater psychological well-being may be that the act of giving is equally or more pleasurable than receiving. A brain-imaging study…
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I’m glad you shared – that was interesting to read about the research! I feel good having read it!
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Thank you Kate. I also enjoy finding that science supports my own experience and intuition. 💛
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