To have a society led by compassion, must be the ultimate, inclusive, and free kind of society, we could have. But, finding and showing compassion, comes from relating to similar experiences, which of course not everybody can. To find compassion, start by becoming more caring.

Caring about yourself, includes to set boundaries both towards yourself and others. It means to see to that all your needs are being met, in the way you prefer. And it means to provide yourself with some comfort and self-care, when you go through rough or stressful times. To not be so hard on yourself, but instead find self-compassion as a step towards self-love. To do this, you must care about who you really are, what you stand for, what you like and dislike, and how you want to be treated.

Caring about others, is one of the most gratifying feelings we can have. When we give, not to get something in return, but for the sake of just helping, when we can, with what we can, whether it be your time, your money, your knowledge, your ideas, sharing your experience and values, or showing your support, we receive a sense of being important for someone else. We become needed. To become a more caring person, check in with others regularly: How are they feeling? What are they going through? What do you appreciate about them? What has happened since you last talked? What do they dream about and desire? What do they need? Do they feel respected by you? Be open to help others, whether your loved ones, friends, co-workers or neighbours. This creates a welcoming and caring atmosphere, a more caring society. Dare to take the initiative.

Caring about earth, is caring and tending to our own homes and houses, our offices and shared spaces, our cities and parks, our plants, vegetation and agriculture. What we consume and how. Can you feel when your plants need watering? By relating to nature, we can feel a connection to our source of life and cherish it as such. To be one with.

Photos show ferns budding.