Cultivate compassion for oneself and others from "summary" of After the Ecstasy, the Laundry by Jack Kornfield
The practice of cultivating compassion for oneself and others is a fundamental aspect of the spiritual path. It is a recognition of our shared humanity and a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of all beings. When we cultivate compassion, we are acknowledging our own suffering and the suffering of others with an open and loving heart. Compassion begins with ourselves. It is important to treat ourselves with the same kindness and understanding that we would offer to a dear friend. This means being gentle with ourselves when we make mistakes, and offering ourselves forgiveness and acceptance. By practicing self-compassion, we can learn to let go of self-criticism and judgment, and instead cultivate a sense of inner peace and well-being. Once we have developed compassion for ourselves, we can then extend that compassion to others. This involves recognizing the in...
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