These valedictory words come from King Lear: as he and the Fool seek shelter from the raging storm, Lear discovers compassion for the "houseless poverty" of people like Poor Tom.
But look at the opinion polls and you discover that compassion is seeping through.
Ultimately, scientists have discovered that practicing compassion can elicit positive emotions.
I discovered strangers possess more compassion than my own friends and family.
Then have them consider a time when they didn't feel compassion for another person's suffering and have them reflect why, using as a starting point what scientists have discovered keeps us from expressing compassion.
If this seems far-fetched, read on to discover 30 ways compassion can truly change your relationship for the better.
"This teary-eyed compassion that the Conservatives have suddenly discovered for the Green Party is one of the more specious excuses I've seen," he added.
Throughout this year, I've discovered things about myself that deepened my strength, compassion and ultimately, my sense of self.
Even now, when I'm reading a new play, the qualities of integrity, compassion, vigour, depth, humour and defiance that I discovered in her writing are still the qualities that inspire me.
Mr. Gibson said he had been surprised to discover that he felt compassion and empathy for Mr. Lo.
