No matter what we think we should do, I don’t think you can coerce yourself into loving your neighbor–or your boss–when you can’t stand him. But if you try to understand your feelings of dislike with mindfulness and compassion, being sure not to forget self-compassion, you create the possibility for change. Sharon Salzberg
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When you can’t stand what someone does, it is hard to love them. It is hard to be kind and compassionate when you dislike people. However, it is possible to learn to accept your dislike for others. The real problem with that is that if you can’t stand your neighbor or your boss, it is unlikely that you will ever change your mind about them. But by allowing yourself to be mindful of your feelings toward these people, you can make the choice to be kind even when you are not in the mood to be kind.

Source: Real Love: The Art Of Mindful Connection

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