In a world which often prioritises individuality, and self-interest, compassion is often lost. It is a misconception that compassion only benefits those around you – it is both enlightening and transformative for yourself as well! From simple gestures to developed habits, this article will dive into the different ways you can present yourself as a more empathetic and compassionate individual.
1. Active Listening
A fundamental component of compassion is active listening. Compassionate individuals listen attentively to others, seeking to understand their thoughts, opinions, and feelings in an uninterrupted and respectful way. Simple things such as maintaining eye contact, nodding in acknowledgement, or asking insightful questions based on responses can do wonders! Through demonstrating interest, a safe space is created where individuals feel comfortable to be able to express themselves while feeling both validated and heard.
2. Practising Empathy
3. Self-Care
4. Random Acts of Kindness
Conclusion
Practising compassion is something so simple yet overlooked. It is a transformative journey that can be cultivated through kindness, self-care and empathy (anyone can present themselves as a more compassionate individual!). Implementing these in your day-to-day lives will not only contribute to the well-being of others, but also your own inner peace. Let compassion remind you that the smallest acts can make the biggest impact :)
Research: Annabelle Poernomo
Design: Megan Zhang
Sources:
The Oxford Learner’s Dictionaries. (2023). Compassion. Empathy. https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/
Centre For Creative Leadership. (Sep 2, 2023). What Is Active Listening?. https://www.ccl.org/articles/leading-effectively-articles/coaching-others-use-active-listening-skills/#:~:text=Active%20listening%20requires%20you%20to,building%20block%20of%20compassionate%20leadership.
Mindful. (2023). How To Be More Compassionate: A Mindful Guide to Compassion. https://www.mindful.org/how-to-be-more-compassionate-a-mindful-guide-to-compassion/
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