remarkable true stories of mercy, heroism, and honor from the battlefield
Borrowman, Jerry
2017
"Compassionate Soldier illuminates some of the most fascinating and yet largely unknown stories of men and womenwhose humanity led them to perform courageous acts of mercy and compassion amid the chaos and carnage of war. Arranged by war from the American Revolution to the Iraq War and global in perspective, it features extraordinary stories of grace under fire from valiant soldiers and noncombatants whorose above the inhumanity of lethal conflict and chose compassion, even knowing their actions could put their lives and liberty at risk"--Amazon.com.
Dr. Tara Brach draws on Buddhist teachings to offer guided meditations, advice, and lessons that can help people accept the suffering they face in life and learn to trust their innate goodness and move on to Radical Acceptance.
Two folktales from Asia. In Tale of the Mandarin ducks: a compassionate couple risk everything to reunite a pair of ducks. In The stonecutter: a lowly Japanese stonecutter dreams of power.
"Drift was a plain snowman who dreamed of wearing a scarf, mittens, and stylish hat, and having a pointy orange carrot nose. When a blizzard begins to blow, Drift gives up the things he loves to help others"--Provided by publisher.
Become a more compassionate person--and make the world a better place. When you reach out to others, you not only help them; you also increase your own well-being. Researchers have found that connecting with others in a meaningful way makes you healthier, both mentally and physically. Compassion may even make you live longer.
