Why Compassion Matters | Dr Julian Abel | TEDxRoyalTunbridgeWells

Compassion is more than just something that is a nice afterthought. It is measurably transformative in improving our well being and health outcomes. Each of us has an incredible compassionate potential. Dr Julian Abel spent his clinical life as a palliative care specialist doctor. He has developed a special interest in compassionate communities, initially as part of supporting people undergoing experiences of death, dying, loss and care giving. Over the last 4 years he has worked with Frome Medical Practice applying the compassionate community approach to healthcare in general, with some startling results. He is Director of Compassionate Communities UK, a charity which aims to share the lessons learnt in both palliative care and primary care more broadly. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@peterlee9004]

I'm a health walk leader and community connector in Frome and can confirm this does work. It's great to see lonely older people come on walks and quickly make friends.

[@beyondfood1507]

What an excellent idea! A real instigator not just for change but also to help others. Thank you Julian.

[@carolineshulman7038]

Thank you for this inspirational TED talk.

[@itouchtheskyslowlifeitaly]

Thank you so much for talking about compassion. Lovely watching and listening to you here on the top of the mountain of Italy.

[@livelifelovelife7787]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@Seeyatellite]

...a bit more compassionate...
Thank you for this talk. ❤