“Dr. Lobsang Tenzin Negi opens the chest revealing millennia of treasures from the Buddhist tradition. Inviting all seekers, he makes the steps forward clear, understandable, and actionable. We are given a wise and experienced guide, hand-picked for this mission by His Holiness the Dalai Lama to help each of us embrace pathways to sacred wholeness. The treasures within this book may enrich the rest of your life.” —Lisa Miller PhD, Columbia University professor, founder of the Spirituality Mind Body Institute, and New York Times bestselling author of The Awakened Brain

“Lobsang Tenzin Negi’s Engaged Compassion gives us the hopeful message we all need: that while we can’t control our circumstances, we can control our reactions by managing our emotions and practicing compassion. This beautiful book might change your life.” —Arthur C. Brooks, #1 New York Times bestselling author of From Strength to Strength

“For many years, as both a friend and a student of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, I have hoped to see his core message for humanity about the fundamental importance of cultivating and actively engaging compassion presented in a practical and accessible way. In Engaged Compassion, my friend Lobsang Tenzin Negi does exactly that. Drawing on decades of work bringing the Dalai Lama’s teachings to a broader, secular audience, Negi integrates deep wisdom and modern science into clear, actionable practices for everyday life. You will find that this book is hopeful, inspiring, and deeply needed for our times.” —Richard Gere, Actor and Humanitarian

“Lobsang Tenzin Negi embodies a marvelous combination of deep expertise in traditional sciences of flourishing with a brilliant integration of the newest findings in developmental science. He brings his magic to Engaged Compassion, a practical guide for us all to leading a fulfilled life. The world will benefit from this gift of kindness.” —Daniel Goleman, New York Times bestselling author of Emotional Intelligence

“Dr. Negi offers a simple and radical truth: compassion begins inside each of us. Not as a belief system, but as a human capacity to practice everyday choices that become acts of healing. With tenderness and clarity, Dr. Negi reminds readers that even the smallest moments of kindness quietly reshape the world.” —Sharon Salzberg, New York Times bestselling author of Lovingkindness and Real Life

“In a time of deep division and collective suffering, Engaged Compassion offers something essential: a practical way to train the heart for courageous, compassionate action. Lobsang Tenzin Negi bridges contemplative wisdom and contemporary science to show that compassion is not passive—it is a force for healing, justice, and connection. This book invites us to move beyond sentiment into engaged, ethical living. It is a powerful reminder that our shared humanity is not an abstraction, but a responsibility we must learn to embody.” —Karen Armstrong, author of A History of God and Twelve Steps to a Compassionate Life

“This book is a beautiful and timely exploration of the power of compassion. Geshe Lobsang has considerable expertise from decades of research into the science of compassion, and he skillfully combines this with his embodiment of compassion from the Buddhist tradition. His command of his subject matter and his artful storytelling therefore result in a compelling, life-shifting read. Both intellectually enriching and deeply moving, this book offers a compelling case for us all to live with more compassion. Such compassion, as this book clearly shows, is a learnable skill that offers wisdom and guidance in order that we might lead with humanity and build communities characterised by trust and resilience.” —Kirstie Papworth, author of Compassionate Leadership: For Individual and Organisational Change

“Sewa bhav, the spirit of selfless service, has guided my family and our foundation for decades. In seeking what truly sustains this commitment over a lifetime, we discovered CBCT® (Cognitively Based Compassion Training) and experienced its transformative impact firsthand. In Engaged Compassion, Lobsang Tenzin Negi distills this research-based program into a practical guide for cultivating compassion that endures and creates real-world impact. This is an essential book for anyone committed to service and to being a force for good.” —Ajay Piramal, Industrialist and Philanthropist

“Engaged Compassion offers a clear and compelling framework showing that compassion is a trainable skill that strengthens resilience and elevates how we lead, work, and live. Dr. Lobsang Tenzin Negi illuminates the inner foundations required for individuals, institutions, and ultimately societies to truly thrive. This book is essential reading for leaders, and anyone committed to building a more humane and flourishing world.” —Jagdish N. Sheth, PhD, co-author of Firms of Endearment

“I have read Engaged Compassion with deep appreciation and recognition. Lobsang Tenzin Negi offers a rare synthesis of ancient wisdom, rigorous science, and lived practice that shows why compassion is not a soft virtue, but a foundational capacity for resilient, wise leadership. In a time when leaders are under unprecedented pressure, this book makes it unmistakably clear that compassion is not optional—it is essential.” —Rasmus Hougaard, Chairman of Potential Project and author of Compassionate Leadership: How to Do Hard Things in a Human Way

“As a lifelong practitioner, teacher, and writer in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, I have witnessed how compassion takes root through sustained reflection and practice. In Engaged Compassion, Lobsang Tenzin Negi translates ancient wisdom into a path that is accessible to people of any background. Through these contemplative techniques, gratitude and empathy arise naturally, softening resentment and cynicism while widening the heart. This is a profound and timely offering to His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s vision of a global compassion revolution.” —Venerable Thubten Chodron, author of Working with Anger and Open Heart, Clear Mind