Compassion Books, Videos, and Articles

Together, Vivek Murthy

Given at the World Economic Forum, a video of an academic study of neuroplasticity, training the brain for compassion, and global
cooperation. Recommended for trainers and policy makers, Dr. Tania Singer, 20 minutes

A 60 minute video (the longest video resource listed). A conversation that Dr. James Doty, a neuroscientist and head of CCARE at Stanford gives.  The first 30 minutes are info, the next 30 minutes are questions and answers. Benefits of compassion, the definition of compassion, stories and struggles with compassion and some of his own story are shared. 

Compassion in Action. A 3 minute animated video.

Developing a Compassionate Mind, 4 minute animated video which explains some of the workings of the brain

Practicing Compassion: Frank Rogers Jr. book

Alfred and Shadow, animated video about emotions

Short (5 minute) video of Frank Rogers Jr. discussing compassionate politics 

Darlings' practicing compassion interview with Rufus Woods, Art of Community

Stuart's Voices, animated video about working with critical inner voices

Reconnecting With Compassion, Krista Tippett, TED talk   

Managing Emotions (for leaders, parents, coaches), article

The Compassionate Species, article  
   
Karen Armstrong on Compassion 2008 Ted Talk