{"id":244648,"date":"2025-07-28T08:20:04","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T12:20:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=244648"},"modified":"2025-07-28T08:44:51","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T12:44:51","slug":"commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/","title":{"rendered":"COMMENTARY: Moved by Compassion: Why Kindness Matters More than Ever"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"\"<\/a><\/div>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>\n

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>

\"\"<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

By Garfield Joseph<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Introduction <\/strong><\/p>

\"\"<\/a><\/div>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCompassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It\u2019s a relationship between equals.\u201d \u2013 Pema Ch\u00f6dr\u00f6n<\/em><\/p>

\"\"<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What Does It Mean to Be Moved by Compassion?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At its core, compassion is the deep awareness of the suffering of another, coupled with the desire to alleviate it. It is more than pity. It is more than sympathy. Compassion is love in action. It is the stirring of the heart that refuses to look away when others are in pain. It is the quiet voice that says, \u201cI may not have much, but I can still help.\u201d<\/p>

\"\"<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

In a world where hunger, homelessness, and hardship are all too common, compassion is not a luxury\u2014it is a necessity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Faces of Need<\/strong><\/p>

\"\"<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Across the globe, and even in the wealthiest nations, people are struggling. In the United States\u2014often seen as a land of opportunity\u2014thousands are forced to sleep in cars, under bridges, or on sidewalks. In cities like California, New York, and Florida, the cost of living has outpaced wages, leaving many without shelter. Some are working two jobs and still cannot afford rent. Others are elderly, disabled, or mentally ill, left behind by systems that were supposed to protect them.<\/p>

\"\"<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

And while many are quick to judge\u2014labeling the homeless as lazy or irresponsible\u2014the truth is often far more complex. Job loss, illness, domestic violence, or a single unexpected expense can push someone over the edge. What they need is not condemnation, but compassion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Closer to Home<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here in Antigua and Barbuda, we are not immune. On our streets, we see men and women\u2014some mentally ill, others simply down on their luck\u2014begging for a piece of bread. We see them at traffic lights, outside supermarkets, or sitting quietly on sidewalks. And too often, we roll up our windows, avert our eyes, and drive away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what if we were moved by compassion?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What if, instead of judgment, we offered kindness? Instead of turning away, we offer some support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We do not need to be rich to care. We do not need to have plenty to share a little. A sandwich, a bottle of water, a kind word, or even a moment of eye contact can restore dignity to someone who feels invisible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Example of Compassion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are reminded of Him who had no house, who said, \u201cFoxes have holes and birds have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head.\u201d Yet, when He saw the multitude of 5,000 gathered on a hillside near the Sea of Galilee\u2014hungry, tired, and in need\u2014He was moved with compassion. He fed them. He healed them. He loved them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If He, with no earthly riches, could be moved by compassion, how much more should we, who have homes, jobs, and the ability to help?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Power of Compassionate Leadership<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of the most effective leaders\u2014whether in business, the church, or government\u2014are those who are moved by compassion. They see beyond statistics and policies. They see people. They understand that leadership is not about power, but about service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Imagine a society where our decisions are guided not just by profit or popularity, but by compassion. Imagine policies that prioritize the poor, the vulnerable, and the forgotten. Imagine churches that open their doors not just on Sundays, but every day, to feed the hungry and shelter the homeless. Imagine communities where neighbors look out for one another, where no one is left behind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Call to Action<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let us not harden our hearts. Let us not become so busy, so distracted, or so self-absorbed that we forget the humanity of those in need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let us act with compassion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t have to be wealthy to make a difference. You don\u2019t need a title or a platform. All you need is a heart that is willing to care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give what you can\u2014whether it\u2019s food, time, money, or simply kindness. Support local charities. Volunteer. Speak up for those who have no voice. And when you see someone in need, don\u2019t just pass them by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final Words<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In these challenging times, compassion is one of our greatest strengths. It is what binds us together as a people. It is what lifts us up when we fall. And it is what will carry us forward as a nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So today, let us choose compassion. Let us be moved\u2014not just by feeling, but by action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because when we are moved by compassion, we move the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And remember this: \u201cHe who gives to the poor lends to the Lord, and the Lord will repay.\u201d For God is a good paymaster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, let us be kind to one another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP By Garfield Joseph Introduction  \u201cCompassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It\u2019s a relationship between equals.\u201d \u2013 Pema Ch\u00f6dr\u00f6n What Does It Mean to Be Moved by Compassion? At its core, compassion is the deep awareness of the suffering of another, coupled with […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":222866,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-244648","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"yoast_head":"\nCOMMENTARY: Moved by Compassion: Why Kindness Matters More than Ever - Antigua News Room<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"COMMENTARY: Moved by Compassion: Why Kindness Matters More than Ever\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP By Garfield Joseph Introduction  \u201cCompassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It\u2019s a relationship between equals.\u201d \u2013 Pema Ch\u00f6dr\u00f6n What Does It Mean to Be Moved by Compassion? At its core, compassion is the deep awareness of the suffering of another, coupled with […]\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Antigua News Room\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/antiguanewsroom\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2025-07-28T12:20:04+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-07-28T12:44:51+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OIP-5-1.jpeg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"382\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"234\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"anr_staff\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@AntiguaNewsRoom\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@AntiguaNewsRoom\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"anr_staff\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"5 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"anr_staff\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#\/schema\/person\/f66ae26f5698168092c3ef9bccb12038\"},\"headline\":\"COMMENTARY: Moved by Compassion: Why Kindness Matters More than Ever\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-07-28T12:20:04+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-07-28T12:44:51+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/\"},\"wordCount\":912,\"commentCount\":3,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:382\/h:234\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OIP-5-1.jpeg\",\"articleSection\":[\"News\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#respond\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/\",\"name\":\"COMMENTARY: Moved by Compassion: Why Kindness Matters More than Ever - Antigua News Room\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:382\/h:234\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OIP-5-1.jpeg\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-07-28T12:20:04+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-07-28T12:44:51+00:00\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:382\/h:234\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OIP-5-1.jpeg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:382\/h:234\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OIP-5-1.jpeg\",\"width\":382,\"height\":234,\"caption\":\"Garfield Joseph\"},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"COMMENTARY: Moved by Compassion: Why Kindness Matters More than Ever\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/\",\"name\":\"Antigua News Room\",\"description\":\"News As It Happens\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#organization\",\"name\":\"Antigua Newsroom\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_1584.jpeg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_1584.jpeg\",\"width\":1260,\"height\":1260,\"caption\":\"Antigua Newsroom\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/antiguanewsroom\",\"https:\/\/x.com\/AntiguaNewsRoom\",\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/antiguanewsroom\/\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#\/schema\/person\/f66ae26f5698168092c3ef9bccb12038\",\"name\":\"anr_staff\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ad516503a11cd5ca435acc9bb6523536?s=96\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ad516503a11cd5ca435acc9bb6523536?s=96\",\"caption\":\"anr_staff\"},\"url\":\"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/author\/anr_staff\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO Premium plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"COMMENTARY: Moved by Compassion: Why Kindness Matters More than Ever - Antigua News Room","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"COMMENTARY: Moved by Compassion: Why Kindness Matters More than Ever","og_description":"CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT\u2019S APP GROUP By Garfield Joseph Introduction  \u201cCompassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It\u2019s a relationship between equals.\u201d \u2013 Pema Ch\u00f6dr\u00f6n What Does It Mean to Be Moved by Compassion? At its core, compassion is the deep awareness of the suffering of another, coupled with […]","og_url":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/","og_site_name":"Antigua News Room","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/antiguanewsroom","article_published_time":"2025-07-28T12:20:04+00:00","article_modified_time":"2025-07-28T12:44:51+00:00","og_image":[{"width":382,"height":234,"url":"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OIP-5-1.jpeg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"anr_staff","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@AntiguaNewsRoom","twitter_site":"@AntiguaNewsRoom","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"anr_staff","Est. reading time":"5 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/"},"author":{"name":"anr_staff","@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#\/schema\/person\/f66ae26f5698168092c3ef9bccb12038"},"headline":"COMMENTARY: Moved by Compassion: Why Kindness Matters More than Ever","datePublished":"2025-07-28T12:20:04+00:00","dateModified":"2025-07-28T12:44:51+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/"},"wordCount":912,"commentCount":3,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:382\/h:234\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OIP-5-1.jpeg","articleSection":["News"],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/","url":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/","name":"COMMENTARY: Moved by Compassion: Why Kindness Matters More than Ever - Antigua News Room","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:382\/h:234\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OIP-5-1.jpeg","datePublished":"2025-07-28T12:20:04+00:00","dateModified":"2025-07-28T12:44:51+00:00","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:382\/h:234\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OIP-5-1.jpeg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:382\/h:234\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OIP-5-1.jpeg","width":382,"height":234,"caption":"Garfield Joseph"},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/commentary-moved-by-compassion-why-kindness-matters-more-than-ever\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"COMMENTARY: Moved by Compassion: Why Kindness Matters More than Ever"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#website","url":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/","name":"Antigua News Room","description":"News As It Happens","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#organization","name":"Antigua Newsroom","url":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_1584.jpeg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_1584.jpeg","width":1260,"height":1260,"caption":"Antigua Newsroom"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/antiguanewsroom","https:\/\/x.com\/AntiguaNewsRoom","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/antiguanewsroom\/"]},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#\/schema\/person\/f66ae26f5698168092c3ef9bccb12038","name":"anr_staff","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ad516503a11cd5ca435acc9bb6523536?s=96","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ad516503a11cd5ca435acc9bb6523536?s=96","caption":"anr_staff"},"url":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/author\/anr_staff\/"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/anr-api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/244648","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/anr-api\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/anr-api\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/anr-api\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/anr-api\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=244648"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/anr-api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/244648\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":244654,"href":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/anr-api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/244648\/revisions\/244654"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/anr-api\/wp\/v2\/media\/222866"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/anr-api\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=244648"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/anr-api\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=244648"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/anr-api\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=244648"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}