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Source / Teacher
Day
Index
Question
Special Retreat Germany July 2019
Steve
14
11
If during Compassion/Lovingkindness meditation, Compassion changes into pity and suffering with someone, how can I strengthen Equanimity?
Ref: 2019.07.x.14.11
Audio answer
Special Retreat Thailand July 2005
Rosemary
6
3
Last night's guided meditation was very interesting. In two of the situations I found I could feel compassion but no sympathy - the rich guy and the family with three kids. They both have more than most people. The rich guy has the time and means to look for happiness. There are plenty of books to get started on and the family will have all the time they want when the three kids are at university to relax and look for happiness What in your opinion is the difference between compassion and sympathy?
Ref: 2005.07.x.06.03
Written answer