
One of the criticisms I've faced over the years is that I'm not aggressive enough or assertive enough, or maybe somehow, because I'm empathetic, it means I'm weak. I totally rebel against that.Jacinda Ardern
These 12 quotes on sympathy come straight from the QuotePlace collection — lines by poets, philosophers, leaders and artists across the centuries. Open any card to read the quote on its own page and meet the author behind it.

One of the criticisms I've faced over the years is that I'm not aggressive enough or assertive enough, or maybe somehow, because I'm empathetic, it means I'm weak. I totally rebel against that.Jacinda Ardern

My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.Maya Angelou

If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.Dalai Lama
In separateness lies the world's great misery, in compassion lies the world's true strength.Gautama Buddha
Love and compassion open our own inner life, reducing stress, distrust and loneliness.Dalai Lama
I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.Lao Tzu
The greatest antidote to insecurity and the sense of fear is compassion — it brings one back to the basis of one's inner strengthDalai Lama
With courage you will dare to take risks, have the strength to be compassionate, and the wisdom to be humble. Courage is the foundation of integrity.Keshavan Nair
Compassion and happiness are not a sign of weakness but a sign of strength.Dalai Lama

Without suffering, we do not have the opportunity to cultivate compassion and understanding; and without understanding, there can be no true love.Thich Nhat Hanh

Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive.Dalai Lama

The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others.Albert Schweitzer