Compassion

Training Description:

This training addresses the science of compassion, its evolutionary roots, and the three stages of compassion. The content emphasizes the importance of understanding and managing empathetic distress, moving beyond it through mindfulness and recognizing one's own resources. Finally, it highlights the positive impact of compassion on the immune system and the shared humanity that underpins true compassion.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the evolutionary basis of compassion as a fundamental human instinct.
• Recognize and respond to suffering with courage and strength.
• Identify the three biological stages of compassion and their effects on the body.
• Examine empathetic distress and its role in compassion.
• Explore the impact of compassion on the immune system and overall well-being.