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The Compassionate Mind Foundation USA The essence of compassion is a deep awareness of the suffering of oneself and of other living beings coupled with a wish and an effort to relieve it. Paul Gilbert PhD OBE Compassion Focused Practice Community North America Learn More Welcome to the future online home of The Compassion Focused Practice Community of North America We are a group of allied professionals who are passionate about the science of compassion mindfulness and acceptance dedicated to the alleviation and prevention of human suffering. Grounded in Compassion Focused Therapy originated by Professor Paul Gilbert PhD OBE we are establishing a healthy space for people to come to understand and grow in the application of the science of compassion. This website is currently under construction.