CompassionQuotient

It was a difficult year for Anna as she had taken a gap year at the ripe age of 45 to pursue what had always been her calling. For years, having done just a job to support her family was weighing on her. Kids were growing up and finding their feet. The husband, as loving as he was, found it strange that she took such an abrupt decision to quit her job and 'sit at home'. Anyways the job was a remote one so he could not understand the fuss about not being able to do the usual hours and pursue whatever passion emerged, after work hours. "You barely do much around the house anyways! If anything, your weight and progressively changing dress sizes indicate that certainly", he said in front of their common friends. Everyone except Donna and Anna laughed.  Kim was anxious about her school reunion. On the chat group, people were sharing how successful they were, one could see a few looked perfect too as if age seemed to have totally escaped them. Kim considered skipping it but...

  Ever wondered if this world really recognises the importance of empathy and compassion? Within your social circle, workplace, school, university, or even random stranger interactions, what kind of people stand out for you? Who is that one person you remember that left a lasting impression? I have believed firmly that "People will forget what you did for them, they will always remember how you made them feel". Compassion as a subject is very close to my heart and via this blog, I plan to explore every day life situations via Ethical and Moral Dilemmas for people to reflect on. The blog is a diary of personal and extended secondary, tertiary experiences of people in various circumstances where Compassion played a part in building resilience, strength and success. Become a Compassion Champion! This blog is a movement that encourages us to reflect on various examples so it is an immersive, engaging platform for you to anonymously share your experiences and for the growing co...