Having Compassion

By Rodney Bullard
CEO The Same House PBC | Former Senior Executive at Chick-fil-A / Global CSR, ESG and Marketing Leader | Best-Selling Author | Former AUSA | Former Air Force JAG l Corporate and Non-profit Board Director

Having Compassion means having the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. It is the ability to empathize with others, to see the world through their eyes, and to feel what they are feeling. Having Compassion allows us to connect with others on a deeper level and to build solid and lasting relationships.

The purpose of Compassion is to alleviate the suffering of others. When we see someone in pain, our instinct is to want to help. This is because Compassion is rooted in empathy, the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Compassion motivates us to act when we see others in need. It is what drives us to volunteer our time, donate money to charitable causes, and help in our communities. While Compassion is often thought of as a positive emotion, it can also be challenging to experience. When we see others suffering, we may feel overwhelmed by their pain. This is because Compassion can lead us to confront the harsh realities of the world. But even in the darkest times, Compassion can be a beacon of hope. By responding to the pain of others with Compassion, we can make a real difference in the world.