Name: Expanding your circle of compassion
Uploaded: 2008-10-31T04:58:00Z
Duration: 17 min 51 s
Description: It's hard to always show compassion -- even to the people we love, but Robert Thurman asks that we develop compassion for our enemies. He prescribes a seven-step meditation exercise to extend compassion beyond our inner circle.

It's hard to always show compassion -- even to the people we love, but Robert Thurman asks that we develop compassion for our enemies. He prescribes a seven-step meditation exercise to extend compassion beyond our inner circle.

Robert Thurman: Expanding your circle of compassion

Expanding your circle of compassion

Einstein's wisdom parallels Buddhist psychology, advocating for a compassionate life that transcends self-concern for universal wellbeing.

Asanga's relentless pursuit of enlightenment through compassion, even in the face of adversity, teaches the power of persistent kindness.

Buddhist meditation cultivates universal compassion, transforming self-centeredness into a shared responsibility for all beings' happiness.