Emotional intelligence (EI) is a valuable resource and skill set to have in the complex, hectic lives that we lead today. Folks with EI tend to demonstrate the abilities to manage their emotional ...

is no small feat these days. Because of the egocentrism of children's early years combined with the increasingly prevalent messages of selfishness, narcissism, and indifference that popular culture ...

The scientific exploration of compassion has been slow compared to its philosophical and spiritual examinations, but has rapidly burgeoned over the past 30 years. In this Review, I summarize the ...

Compassion. We know what it means. But even greater than that — we know how it feels. No matter whether we are the giver of compassion or the recipient of compassion, we understand it. Compassion is ...

In a busy world, little acts of care still have the power to touch our hearts. These stories highlight gentle gestures and unforgettable examples of compassion that leave a deep mark. They remind us ...

After recently traveling to Lesvos, Greece with Shepherd of the Valley I gained a new appreciation for refugees after meeting with several during the trip. Each day of the trip I was constantly ...

There’s probably never been a bigger cheerleader for the city of Indianapolis than Jim Morris. The former deputy mayor who led crucial institutions like the Lilly Endowment Inc., Indianapolis Water Co ...

Research from projects like the Harvard Study of Adult Development continues to show that strong human connection plays a major role in emotional health, resilience, and long-term happiness. According ...

Compassion is one of the older words in the English language. Scholars say it dates to the 14th century, derived from a combination of Latin words that describe “bearing” and “suffering.” Together, ...

If you’re someone who regularly tries to understand people’s emotions and help those in need, you might consider yourself to be an empathetic and compassionate person. But, although these words are ...