I found this to be absolutely beautiful because it gave the teacher, as well as the world, the opportunity to truly see a real life example of the fact that every one has something that they are going through. I think the best way to start out practicing compassion is just to realize that this is the case. Once you realize this, it should help you practice kindness to all. You never know if anyone else has been kind to the person you are talking to and, on top of that, what they are dealing with when they go home. Once some trust is built up, you can have an intentional conversation with that person and just allow them the comfort to open up if they need to and feel the urge to do so to you. But, also keep in my that this person may be happy as can be at the moment. You just never know.
I have always been taught to love others and treat them as you want to be treated which has naturally led to my friends coming to me to talk. As a matter of fact, my friend just came to me the other day to talk to me about her struggle with depression and the fact that she hasn't gone to talk to someone about it. I had NO idea that she was feeling that way, but we have a mutual trust and comfort and she knows that I will not judge her for anything. This type of relationship saved her a lot of pain because now she knows she can talk to me and I am helping her get help by someone more qualified.
This is just the most recent example I have encountered, but it happens quite often. Just treat others how you would like to be treated and love unconditionally. You never know what others are going through and you'll never find out until you give them a chance.
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