There's no doubt about it whatsoever, there are not a whole lot of people who express empathy for other people. So D. Paul, why do you think this is? Well from my perspective, I believe that so many people are into themselves, pursuing their goals and dealing with their individual problems, that they become blind to the plight of others who may be less fortunate than they are. So empathy is not something that is practiced by a whole lot of people in today's materialistic, selfish society, and I believe that's a terrible shame.
Empathy is the ability to put yourself in the shoes of another who is perhaps hurting, and sees things through his or her eyes whilst actually feeling, as far as is possible, their feelings, their pain. Yes indeed, we all need to, as the title of today's article puts it, take a walk in the Indian's moccasins. Yes we do.
Many people throughout the world profess to be following some form of spiritual philosophy. Now I'll guarantee that whatever the philosophy one is following, in all probability charity is advocated as one of the pillars of its teachings. Yes indeed, rather than just being into ourselves all the time, we need to also take a long hard look at our neighbors and if they're hurting in anyway, have empathy for them thus lending a supportive ear and a helping hand wherever and whenever we can. This would be the right thing to do from a spiritual perspective.
So my friend, whilst you remain focused on your goals and objectives and your detailed plans to achieve them, you also take time out from your busy schedule to see how you can assist those who may be hurting right now, those who are less fortunate than you are and whilst seeing things through their eyes, you take a walk in the Indian's moccasins figuratively speaking and thus assist them in their hour of need, you'll be glad you did. I guarantee it!
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