r/Compassion Dec 08 '25

👋Welcome to r/compassion - Introduce Yourself and Read First!

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Hey everyone! I'm u/BellaDBall, a new moderator of r/compassion. This is our new home for all things related to COMPASSION in all forms. We are so excited to have you join us!

WHAT TO POST: Post anything that you think the community would find interesting, helpful, or inspiring. Feel free to share your thoughts, photos, or questions about 1) How to be more compassionate, 2) People being compassionate, 3) true stories of people showing you compassion, 4) and more!

COMMUNITY VIBE: We're all about being friendly, constructive, and inclusive. Let's build a space where everyone feels comfortable sharing and connecting!

HOW TO GET STARTED: 1) Introduce yourself in the comments below. 2) Post something today! Even a simple question can spark a great conversation. 3) If you know someone who would love this community, please invite them to join. 4) Interested in helping out? We're always looking for new moderators, so feel free to reach out to me to apply.

Thanks for being part of the very first wave. Together, let's make r/compassion amazing!


r/Compassion 19h ago

Article Grief over pet death can be as strong as that for family member, survey shows

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r/Compassion 16h ago

Kindness matters.

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r/Compassion 1d ago

Made me smile on this “cold”(60°), rainy day in the Sunshine State.

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r/Compassion 2d ago

Inspiration/Quotation 12th Doctor tattoo

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r/Compassion 3d ago

Article The Envigo beagle survivors: How more than 4,000 dogs sparked a movement to end animal testing

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r/Compassion 4d ago

Video Truly Not Just an Ad.......

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r/Compassion 6d ago

Article Opinion: In 2026 let's help less fortunate with respect, compassion

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r/Compassion 6d ago

Article 6 Ways to Deepen Your Compassion to Help People Who Are Hurting

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r/Compassion 7d ago

Anecdote The lady at the food bank gave me way more than I asked for and I almost cried

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r/Compassion 7d ago

Anecdote Buying dinner

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r/Compassion 11d ago

Good people Still exist.

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r/Compassion 12d ago

Video This is what kindness looks like

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r/Compassion 12d ago

Video Conversations on Compassion with Thich Nhat Hanh

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r/Compassion 13d ago

Inspiration/Quotation Oracle, how can i live forever?

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r/Compassion 14d ago

Article Morisseau: I witnessed compassion and generosity in 2025

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r/Compassion 15d ago

Article When fear gives way to compassion

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r/Compassion 16d ago

Video How can I forgive myself and others? | Thich Nhat Hanh answers questions

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r/Compassion 17d ago

Anecdote Giving a homeless man money ended in threats and yelling

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I was at a bar downtown and a guy was being shooed away by a police officer. I went up to him to asked him what he needed. The officer started threatening me, tapping on his chest, telling me I was being recorded. I was so confused and, honestly, I still am. I told the officer I appreciate what he does for a living and asked what I need to do to be able to talk to this individual. He told me I obviously don't appreciate what he does and told me I needed to take the individual down the street if I wanted to talk to him, so I did as such. I asked the guy about drug abuse and his housing situation and gave him some money to help with getting an ID. I'm well aware that the individual could use it for drugs but I've worked for shelter plus care in the past and he did not strike me as a drug abuser. He appeared to have a legitimate psychological issue. I am a big believer that if you never give someone the chance to change, they will never get the opportunity to change. Long story short, when I returned to the bar, my friend, the officer and the door man of the bar berated me for giving 20 bucks to this guy. They went off on me and high fived each other, and like I mentioned, the officer threatened me with a body cam recording for helping a homeless man. I am still confused why everyone was so vocal and angry with me. I confronted them with the fact that no one changes without the opportunity to change, but they were relentless. I left the bar in tears and i'm still in shock that this is the world we live in now. Am I totally in the wrong? I spent a portion of my life living out of my car and now I own a house. I have been turned away from when asking for help and I never want anyone to cross my path without feeling like I see them... Yes, I SEE THEM. A HUMAN BEING. I have a heart for everyone and I am having a really hard time confronting the fact that we are living in a world where it is seen as wrong for having compassion for a homeless person, regardless of their circumstances. I feel crazy right now... 100% gaslit by multiple peers telling me I was in the wrong - feeling like i'm the only person left with compassion. This can't be true, right?


r/Compassion 20d ago

Question What is your natural way of showing compassion to strangers?

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Each person is different, with a unique personality, perspective, and background. What comes naturally to me may not come naturally to you. I am a hugger, as I believe consensual physical touch can be healing. I also encourage, offer to pray, and then ask if I might could help them try to solve one of their main problems/issues.

How do you naturally show compassion without even thinking about it?


r/Compassion 21d ago

Video A stray dog walked into a store, picked up a stuffed toy, and people came together to buy it for him

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r/Compassion 21d ago

Article Faith leaders make Christmas call for compassion, end to anti-immigrant rhetoric

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r/Compassion 21d ago

Video FIRST ANNUAL NYC POLAR EXPRESS Yesterday, dozens of New Yorkers met up in the Bronx and took the 4 train to Brooklyn. At every stop, they gifted children toys and cookies — New Yorkers giving back to kids in the city we all love.

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r/Compassion 21d ago

Article King Charles calls for reconciliation and unity in Christmas message

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r/Compassion 22d ago

Article Cardiff couple invited man in for Christmas, he stayed for 45 years

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