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The number 1 source of information for the global compassion movement!
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Papers and Books on Compassion
Papers that address basic elements in the process of developing compassion. Here is the important paper "The Theory of Compassion Development" that contains a scientific definition of compassion. These papers are the starting place for expanding one's compassion knowledge.
Books the specifically address compassion are both described and reviewed. The books are seperated into the following categories: Western religion, Eastern religion, conceptual, death & dying, teen, NewAge/Self Help, skills teaching, parenting, medicine, psychology/brain, other. Links to the book, or the author, are provided where possible. Link to "The Best Compassion Books".
Articles that specifically address compassion are listed, and links are provided where possible. Brief comments on the articles are provided. The articles are divided into the following categroies: Introductory, research, health care, meditation, morality & justice, society (sociology)
religion & spirituality, empathy & emotion, teaching, other.
religion & spirituality, empathy & emotion, teaching, other.
Books and articles that address complex and advanced issues on the development of compassion are presented here. There are books on the mystic relationship, radiant compassion, and views from several authors on what advanced compassion might look like.
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A book of linked parables that speaks of a mans journey to strong compassion. It is a great tool for teaching compassion and helping people reflect on their own compassion development.