From f4f11414fd3fe3467a7df79b5db18cf79a7dd2b4 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Chris Koeritz Date: Mon, 23 Feb 2015 15:45:16 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] new fortune. --- infobase/fortunes.dat | 15 +++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 15 insertions(+) diff --git a/infobase/fortunes.dat b/infobase/fortunes.dat index 4cdac1f8..c074a6a0 100644 --- a/infobase/fortunes.dat +++ b/infobase/fortunes.dat @@ -40760,4 +40760,19 @@ of our inter-dependence, self-interest clearly lies in considering the interest of others. -- H.H. the Fourteenth Dalai Lama, "The Pocket Dalai Lama", published by Shambhala Publications +~ + Compassion is an internal attitude that may manifest in our behavior. +However, compassion is not the behavior itself, for one behavior can be done +with different motivations. For example, we may take care of a sick relative +because we have genuine affection for him. Conversely, we may care for him +because we want to inherit his estate. The action is the same, but the +motivations differ. The first motivation is prompted by genuine compassion, +the second by self-concern. + Acting with compassion entails being creative and knowing that one +behavior is not suitable for all occasions. In some circumstances, we may be +compassionate by sharing our possessions; while in others, we may show it by +saying, “no.” In this way, compassion must be combined with good judgment to +be effective. + -- Russell Kolts and Thubten Chodron, "An Open-Hearted Life", published by + Shambhala Publications -- 2.34.1