Eyes of Compassion

"We all live with the objective of being happy; our lives are all different and yet the same."

-Anne Frank

When we look into another's eyes--really look--it's amazing what we can see. Often we see ourselves looking back. What we judge in another is what we dislike in ourselves. But the same can be said for what we celebrate. Everything any of us have ever wanted and gained--be it greatness, peace, health, creative prowess, beauty or deep compassion--is available to us all.

Today, try playing this game. Whenever you pass another person--perhaps in traffic, waiting in line, or your spouse at the end of the day--look deeply in their eyes with compassion. Expect to be delightfully surprised. Imagine that what you see is you. Most likely, it is.