Why should somebody whose ancestor seven or eight generations ago, long before they were born, apologise for what their ancestors did, in the context of the Transatlantic Slave Trade?
Even when one can't do anything much about another's pain, compassion requires acknowledging it. As Adam Grant wrote somewhere, even when you can't make the other feel better, you can still help them feel seen.
Thanks for your comment Supriya. Love Adam Grant’s work! Compassion assumes we must be able to connect to another on a human level which means we need to diminish our egos no matter how difficult it is for something that’s greater than we are.
Great article Sue. One that is well written and researched. I remember our conversation about this last year and the video clips that you shared with me. You gave your personal reaction to an issue that most people believe is nameless and faceless. Thanks for giving me motivation to write my article.
Beautifully written Sue - we can go through life with a lot of apathy if it weren’t for these reality checks that bring a bigger picture to life! Loved it!
Your article resonates.
Even when one can't do anything much about another's pain, compassion requires acknowledging it. As Adam Grant wrote somewhere, even when you can't make the other feel better, you can still help them feel seen.
Thanks for your comment Supriya. Love Adam Grant’s work! Compassion assumes we must be able to connect to another on a human level which means we need to diminish our egos no matter how difficult it is for something that’s greater than we are.
Great article Sue. One that is well written and researched. I remember our conversation about this last year and the video clips that you shared with me. You gave your personal reaction to an issue that most people believe is nameless and faceless. Thanks for giving me motivation to write my article.
Thanks Terrence! It was quite a vulnerable process to write this one. As for your article, I am looking forward to it!
Beautifully written Sue - we can go through life with a lot of apathy if it weren’t for these reality checks that bring a bigger picture to life! Loved it!
Thank you Anupama. It certainly takes slowing down to gain these reflections. Appreciate your thoughtful comment.