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The healing power of compassion and empathy from "summary" of A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara

Compassion and empathy are not just emotions; they are transformative forces that have the power to heal even the deepest wounds. In the world of "A Little Life," these qualities are portrayed as essential elements in the process of healing and recovery. When Jude, the protagonist, is at his lowest point, it is not medical treatment or therapy that brings him solace, but the unwavering compassion and empathy of his friends. They show him love and support, even when he struggles to love himself. Their willingness to stand by him, to listen to him, and to understand him, helps him to slowly rebuild his shattered sense of self. Through their acts of kindness and understanding, Jude begins to see that he is worthy of love and acceptance, despite his painfu...
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    A Little Life

    Hanya Yanagihara

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