compassion(wl)
DESCRIPTION
Compassion is associated with deep and lasting happiness. Helping others is a source of rich life satisfaction.TRANSCRIPT
Objectives
1. Participants will become familiar with the scientific research on altruism, prosocial behavior, and compassion.
2. Participants will understand the unique insights into compassion as a distinct emotional state from the perspective of Tibetan Buddhist studies.
Objectives
3. Participants will be able to identify three emotional qualities that must be developed for compassion to emerge.
4. Participants will be able to apply practical tools for the development of compassion as part of a wellness program to increase real happiness.
4 things you can do to be happy
The Scientific
Study of
Compassion
An unlikelyobservation
ProsocialBehavior
Trusting
Careful
Insights from Tibetan Buddhism
…a distinct emotion
…increased focus
…loving kindness
The journey to become more compassionate…
Emotional Control
A Moral Base
Empathy
Parenting toward Compassion
Benefits
Cautions
Integrating Compassion into
Wellness Programs
John Weaver, Psy.D.
PsychologistThe Healthy Thinking Initiative2717 N. Grandview Blvd. #303Waukesha, WI 53188
(262) 544-6486
available at the conference bookstore or at www.outskirtspress.com/preventingdepression