The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.
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Compassion Is Like a Muscle That Gets Stronger with Training
By Christopher Bergland — 2018
Loving-kindness meditation and compassion training boost empathic resilience.
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