Dr James Kirby on his new Book.

Compassion Ballarat • November 16, 2022

Dr James Kirby in Conversation on his new book Choose Compassion: Why it matters and how it works 

In his introduction, James made three key points:


  1. Parenting Matters;
  2. Compassion is Contagious;
  3. You Can Train Compassion.


"Choose Compassion: Why it matters and how it works" is a thoughtful and practical guide to understanding and cultivating compassion. It offers valuable insights and tools for anyone seeking to live a more compassionate life and contribute to a more compassionate world.


You can listen to the recording of the discussion with Dr James Kirby on his book, via this link:-

https://business.sydney.edu.au/events/research/2022/bhmb/acc-scholars-event

 

 James is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Queensland and Clinical Psychologist, a Visiting Fellowship at the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education at Stanford University, an Honorary Member of the Compassionate Mind Foundation UK, and is a member of the Australian Compassion Council Scholars Networks. 


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