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Compassion Meditation for Difficult Moments
In this meditation, I explore the roots of compassion and what it means to be present to suffering.
Compassion, at its simplest, means to be with suffering. It is not always an emotional response, but often a quiet, steady willingness to remain present, even when we cannot fix or remove what is difficult.
We begin by settling into stillness and becoming aware of the breath. From there, you are gently invited to bring to mind an area of suffering, either within yourself or in the world around you. Rather than turning away, we practise staying, holding this experience with care and gentleness…
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