Jan 27, 2026 · Compassion literally means “to suffer together.” Among emotion researchers, it is defined as the feeling that arises when you are confronted with another’s …

Feb 5, 2026 · Compassion literally means “to suffer together.” Among emotion researchers, it is defined as the feeling that arises when you are confronted with another’s …

Jul 24, 2013 · Compassion research is at a tipping point: Overwhelming evidence suggests compassion is good for our health and good for the world.

Apr 24, 2018 · You likely never learned in school that you can intentionally strengthen inner skills such as compassion. The good news is that there are specific habits that you can practice in order to …

Jan 26, 2026 · A new study explores the connections between mindfulness, empathy, compassion, and social attitudes.

Dec 19, 2024 · The Contagious Power of Compassion (The Science of Happiness) December 19, 2024 | 19:01 Compassionate dialogue isn’t just about talking and listening—it's a meaningful way to bridge …

What is compassion? And how did it evolve? In this review, we integrate 3 evolutionary arguments that converge on the hypothesis that compassion evolved as a distinct affective experience whose …

Sep 7, 2012 · A recent gathering of compassion researchers reveals new discoveries about how and why humans help each other.

Jan 6, 2026 · Teens need self-compassion skills so that they, too, can become more resilient. If you want to incorporate self-compassion lessons into your school, I recently published a book detailing a …

Jan 16, 2013 · Compassion is a powerful moral emotion—it moves us to care for the suffering of others, and enables us to live cooperatively with one another. Yet we live in a society of constant …