Abstract This paper will discuss the nature of compassion for the poor that exists within the teachings of the Holy Bible. By assessing the teaching of Christ in this literature, we can assess the idea of compassion for the poor throughout the teachings within.
Abstract This paper examines the financial analysis statements of the Compass Group in order to shed some light on the challenges the company is facing as well as to ascertain the opportunities and threats facing Compass in both the UK and in their North American served markets. Based on insights gained from this analysis and from the review of the company's history between 2001 and 2005 a series of strategies are made for each of the four regions in which the company competes.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Compass Group's Turbulent Flight: 2001 - 2005
Assessment of Opportunities and Threats
Strategy Recommendations
Table 1: Compass Group PLC Ratio Analysis
Table 2: Compass Group PLC Income Statement Analysis
Table 3: Compass Group PLC Balance Sheet Analysis
From the Paper "In the Rest of the World (RoW) geography segment, healthcare is the sector with the highest turnover followed by Business & Industry with Defense, Offshore & Remote and Education having positive turnover as well. Travel Concessions in this geographic has been a costly business to operate, delivering negative turnover. This illustrates the point made earlier of Travel Concessions being an inordinate drain on the financial and operational sources of the organization."
Abstract In this article, the writer argues that the Buddhist commitment to compassion does not make sense given Buddhist non-self doctrine and offers in its place the doctrine of non compassion. To accomplish this, the writer first gives a brief overview of what the doctrine of non self is and how it is arrived at. Then the writer shows how the doctrine of non self and suffering interact and the practical consequences resulting from this. Next, the writer gives an account of what Buddhist compassion must be, based on this interaction. Finally, the writer argues that this new characterization is not truly compassion as conventionally considered, although the practical consequences resulting from accepting the non-self doctrine may look outwardly like compassion.
From the Paper "For instance, take the famous analogy of the chariot found in The Questions of King Melinda. What constitutes the chariot as a chariot? Is it the chariot's parts? Obviously, the parts alone are not the chariot. Could the chariot be all the parts together? No, the parts can be arranged in any such way. Could the chariot exist without its parts? This cannot be the case either. What about the chariot's form? No, Buddhists consider form as just being another part of the chariot. And, so we see that the chariot exists only in light of our conception of it. We give an aggregate of phenomena that we experience a name. In the same way, this is how the idea of a self comes to be.
"The preceding has come to be known as the doctrine of non self. According to the Buddhists, clinging to the concept of a self is probably the most important obstacle when it comes to eliminating suffering in the world. A person who clings to a self is very likely to cling to the ideas, feelings, perceptions, thoughts, and etc. that he considers to be his own. This person posits a fundamental distinction between himself and the world, himself and others."
Abstract This paper explains that Rousseau's "Discourse on Inequality" states that the problem with humans is that they are good innately but, as they grow into society, they acquire bad traits. The author points out that the charitable response to the terrible tsunami was made possible by the speed of the internet and it ability to reach around the globe. The paper states that families of America need stronger spiritual and moral leadership in order to be able to instill practical values of compassion and caring in their children, who are showing signs of being disenfranchised from traditional middle class values and of pursuing pure hedonism.
Table of Content
Introduction
Examples of Compassion in Contemporary Events
Compassion towards Tsunami Victims through Creative Fund-raising
Changes in the USA so Compassion Flows without Impediment
From the Paper "First, a brief look at Rousseau's writing, as background: In the very first sentence of his "Discourse on Inequality" (DOI) Rousseau spells out that part of his approach to the problem will be to "try to combine right sanctions" so that "justice and utility in no case may be divided." Justice, we can assume, in this case, is a word used in describing the "compassion" that drives humans. "Utility" is the practical realities of the human condition, we must assume."
Abstract This paper explores the different levels of compassion that are expressed through Mary Oliver's "Singapore" and Jimmy Baca's "So Mexicans are taking Jobs from Americans?" Oliver's poem expresses how one can gain compassion for the less fortunate, while Baca's poem shows how man can have a total lack of compassion for the less fortunate.
From the Paper "Baca uses an interesting method in his poem by responding to the title as if it were a topic for debate. The first half of the poem is a sarcastic response to the title where Baca gives Mexicans the appearance of being muggers who rob jobs from the American people. This portion has little meaning in the theme that the economically stable have a lack of compassion for the economically stressed but uses sarcasm to achieve the authors point."
Abstract This paper discusses strategic planning issues related to the company, Compass. It discusses their restructuring and their acquisition spree of 2001 and looks at the two major affects that this acquisition spree had on Compass' performance. The paper then discusses the UK market and looks at the challenges that this market presents for Compass.
From the Paper "A corporate-wide strategy would be to address weaknesses in governance and public relations. Compass' public relations issue in the UK took them by surprise, when it probably should not have. The company had a tendering problem that cost them a place as a UN vendor and subjected them to lawsuits from competitors. This scandal resulted from poor governance. The chances of such problems occurring may be minimal but the costs are high. As with the Jamie Oliver scandal, Compass' response was lacking, scapegoating a couple of employees even though subsequent investigation uncovered further irregularities (Russell and Rosett, 2006). Systems should be in place to better monitor such activities and the company needs to develop a strong program to communicate corporate ethics, especially with regards to tendering."
Abstract This paper reviews "The Golden Compass" by Phillip Pullman and, in particular, looks at how daemons are the most interesting personification of spirits and how they create a powerful image and striking experience for the readers. It examines how the daemons, or the spirits, go through the transition in a similar manner as the human soul, from the complicated emotional state to a more mature state. It also examines how, through this representation, Pullman mirrors the very important element of human life: how the inner souls are perceived in reality and how the mechanics of daemons works. Daemons or spirits can be bad and good, and that is representative of the inner personality of the individual, which can care, love, deceive, torture, and betray.
From the Paper "The Golden Compass is the first book of the trilogy that Phillip Pullman wrote. This book, like many other fantasy books of J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, earned many controversies with respect to Pullman's treatment of good and bad, evil and spiritual. In the series, Pullman exhibits his atheism in the character portrayal and he does so by justifying and arguing that many books and literature that are written for children are from the point of perspective of Christian believes and is in a way directed and assertive for children in the following of the good or bad in their lives. However, with his Dark Materials, Pullman argues that things are not that simple as many Christians could like to believe and would like to see in the books that their children need or ought to read. In fact, Pullman goes as far as saying that children should experience and build up their own sense of good or bad and they should not be protected by the religious outcomes of the faiths and beliefs."
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that Charlie Chaplin was one of the most successful performers of the silent era of film. The writer discusses that two of Chaplin's most famous film comedies show that wealth does not always equal success. The writer notes that even when his famous character, The Little Tramp was poor, he still had great compassion for others, and a sense of humor that enabled him to survive against all odds. The writer concludes that both of Chaplin's films show that when people are poor, cold, and hungry, they are always thinking about becoming wealthy, comfortable, and well-fed, but that does not mean that money and success are as necessary as love. The writer maintains that the films demonstrate that without love, happiness is impossible.
From the Paper "Amongst the discarded trash that no one else wants except poor people like the Tramp, Chaplin finds a treasure--a baby. The baby has been thrown in the alley by thieves, who value an expensive car more than a human life. The baby's wealthy but unwed mother left the child in her car with a note pleading to take care of the child. She went off to commit suicide, but could not bear to do it. When she returned to where she left her baby, the child was gone. The image of Chaplin's character finding the baby in the alley shows that the Tramp has found real, human riches that have been discarded like garbage because he is always able to spot treasure amongst trash, like good cast-off gloves. Afterwards, everyone mistakes the baby for the Tramp's child, and the boy and the Tramp become inseparable."
Abstract This paper was written by a nurse after she was present at a stillbirth. Feeling out of her depth while comforting the parents, the author realized that she had not been witness before to this level of suffering.
The paper goes on to discuss ethical issues such as beneficence and nonmaleficence and continues to explore compassion and care as a moral ideal.
Outline:
Looking Back
Elaborate
Analysis
Revision
New Perspective
From the Paper "Nurses continually encounter human suffering and "in their everyday practice face unique and complex situations which are unsolvable by technical rational approaches" (Atkins & Murphy, 1993, p. 1188). Reflection on certain issues is absolutely essential and in certain cases provides the only way out of what would amount to moral paralysis. As Kinsella (2002) observes, all the knowledge that we possess begins in some way with experience. Atkins and Murphy (1998, p. 1189) define reflection as learning as "intellectual and affective activities in which individuals engage to explore their experiences in order to lead to new understandings and appreciations". In my own case, I felt concern and anxiety that I was perhaps losing compassion but on reflection I realized that this was not logical. According to Atkins and Murphy (1993), the first stage of the reflective process is motivated by negative feelings and thoughts. I also engaged in intellectual activities by undertaking a very serious exploration of major nursing theories. This is the stage that Atkins and Murphy (1993) view as constructive since it involves exploring both feelings and knowledge. I did realize that the process of reflection might require substantial time because, as Mezirow (1998) clarifies, reflection in itself cannot automatically result in new integrated and comprehensive perspectives. Atkins and Murphy (1993) distinguish between reflection-in-action which occurs while practicing and while I was with Mrs. B and her husband versus reflection-on-action which is the time-consuming and main part of reflection."
Abstract This paper examines the themes of isolation and compassion evident in Herman Melville's parable "Bartleby, the Scrivener". It asserts that the story not only deals with human behaviour, but also with moral issues. The paper points out that Bartleby is an odd, but hard working introvert, hired by a lawyer to copy out legal documents, a job he appeared to do well. However, his refusal to take on any tasks that were outside of his job description, without explanation, led to frustration among the office clerks and a feeling of disbelief from the lawyer. The paper holds that Bartleby's quiet, isolated and non-conforming nature troubled the lawyer. The paper concludes that, according to Melville's parable, one has the choice to make decisions in one's own interests, or one may do what is expected in order to avoid conflict amongst those one cares about.
From the Paper "The theme of isolation and compassion are evident in Herman Melville's parable "Bartleby, the Scrivener". Melville begins his "Story of Wall -Street" with comical portraits of the main characters, such as, the "unambitious" lawyer, who was also the narrator of the story, his 3 clerks; Nippers, Turkey, and Ginger Nut, along with the socially outcast scrivener, Bartleby. "Bartleby, the Scrivener" not only deals with human behaviour, but also equally deals with moral issues. It is a story involving the lives of many characters who each struggled for an identity and purpose. Bartleby an odd, but hard working introvert, was hired by the lawyer to copy out legal documents, a job he appeared to do well. However, he refused to take on any tasks that were outside of his job description, without explanation, which led to frustration among the office clerks and a feeling of disbelief from the lawyer. It was Bartleby's quiet, isolated and non-conforming nature that troubled the lawyer. Although the lawyer was influenced and felt pressured to remain dedicated to his duties, it was compassion that confounded him and made his decision extremely difficult, resulting in a tragic and crippling feeling of emptiness and brokenness."
Tags: conformity refusal decision choice, free will
Abstract This paper takes a look at the value compass. According to the paper, in an acute healthcare setting, value compass can be defined as a process where the worth of a clinical operations, authorities, structures and forms of management are appreciated, measured and articulated on the basis of applications, procedures, line of action or tactics.
Outline:
Clinical Outcomes
Functional Outcomes
Employee/Customer Satisfaction
Administrative Outcomes
The Definition of Value Compass The Use of Value Compass
From the Paper "Value compass can also enhance the Quality Planning (QP) process which is mainly a process that handles the foundation and verification of the clinical treatments or procedures that lead to the maximum amount of patient contentment. This particular process of choosing the most successful technique and mechanism includes the timely and efficient choice of the most appropriate model of the QC procedure employed. In addition, value compass can also help in the clear decision of what should be the Quality Goals. The Quality Goals symbolize the necessities of what needs to be attained and carried out for the maximum amount of patient contentment and pleasure (Steven et al, 2000)."
Abstract This paper reviews Philip Pullman's novel "The Golden Compass" and examines how he creates a plausible universe containing daemons. Daemons are like an extension of the human soul, and as such they are neither "good" nor ?evil,? just as no human being is inherently good or evil. It shows how daemons are so powerful in "The Golden Compass" that the notion of separating them from their human counterparts is portrayed as a supremely evil and egotistical act. It analyzes how daemons serve multiple purposes in "The Golden Compass". They provide otherworldly, powerful and inherently loyal companionship for their human and also have a specific metaphysical role, one which corrupts adults like Mrs. Coulter and Lord Asriel to perform intercision.
From the Paper "The daemons in Pullman's world permit people to overcome their fears, as when he tugs Lyra to encourage her to approach Iorek Byrnison, the formidable pasnerbjorne, or armored polar bear. Because Pullman paints the pasnerbjorne as being without daemons, it would seem that only humanoids possess the animal familiar. Iofur Raknison longs to be more human and thus to have his own personal daemon. Perhaps animals don"t need familiars because they already embody the metaphysical characteristics of daemons. Whatever the case, daemons sometimes serve as manifestations of human thoughts and emotions"or the conscience. Pantailamon frequently converses with Lyra; it is as if she is talking to herself. Daemons permit people to externalize their thoughts and feelings and provide some guidance in moving through the physical world. Humans are also as protective of their daemons as daemons are of their people. "
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that Ethel Wilson's "Swamp Angel" and Leon McKay Jr.'s "Twenty-Six" are two dramatic novels written by Canadian authors and set within Canadian borders. The writer maintains that despite these superficial similarities they are, however, very similar books in their themes of compassion, familial relationships, time, drama, pain, and the necessity of moving forward. The writer concludes that the endings of "Swamp Angel" and "Twenty-Six" represent the importance of compassion in redemption. Life is difficult, the authors seem to acknowledge; but it rolls on, regardless of us. The writer maintains that the only means through which we can improve our lives and obtain meaning is through acceptance of change and the embracing of the human beings who are important to us - our family.
From the Paper "Both novels deal closely with the theme of compassion towards those around us, as part of being human. The novels Swamp Angel and Twenty-Six also deal with the concept of responsibility, particularly in a familial sense. Wilson's book serves to remind the reader what it is to be human. That is, we must not only be ourselves, but are responsible for the consequences of our actions and how they effect others - especially family members. This concept of responsibility is tied in with the idea of time. Wilson's character Maggie demonstrates that though time is ours, it does not permit us the joy and irresponsibility of floating along of our own accord, acting of our own whim without regard to others. Instead, life and relationships are temporal. And, in the temporal flow of relationships, changes abound. When Mrs. Severance gives up the Swamp Angel, she recognizes that time and change are necessary ideals to uphold."
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that a good person, as commonly defined, is someone who can correctly establish the difference between right and wrong. The writer discusses that in Flannery O'Connor's "A Good Man Is Hard to Find" and "Good Country People" the understanding of this term is challenged. Both stories revolve around the characters' lack of sympathy and compassion for anyone. The writer discusses that O'Connor strives to destroy the traditional conception of good and replace it with a more realistic view of the human moral compass by showing the selfish tendencies in each character. The writer concludes that essentially, O'Connor shows the audience that the characters in these stories are relatable to people that exist in society today. The reader is thus forced to wonder if the idea of "good" is even a possibility in today's society.
From the Paper " Lack of conscience, or at the very least lack of moral value, is displayed prominently in both of O'Connor's works to challenge ideas of "good" people. For instance, traditionally grandmothers are thought to be sweet, elderly women who bring peppermints in their purse and never forget a birthday. In "A Good Man Is Hard to Find" the grandmother comes face-to-face with a cold-blooded killer as her family is being taken out to the woods and shot to death. Not only does she solely bargain for her own life, but she seems to be ambivalent to the fact that her kin are being slaughtered like cattle. Likewise, Joy of "Good Country People" aims to rob a young salesman of his strong morals for her own entertainment, but is double-crossed when he turns the tables on her in the end. Secondary characters further flesh out the destruction of the reader's understanding of a normal person's moral values (or lack thereof). Both of these works effectively show the depraved values of human kind, but do so in separate manners, together better proving O'Connor's conception of good."
Abstract An analysis of several aspects of Christianity including morals and truth. The paper details the following four major ideas according to Christianity: Certitude, morality, belief and compassion. A definition of these four concepts as well as examples of how they are defined in Christianity is discussed. In conclusion, the paper states that sometimes Christianity sells uncertainty and vagueness. The author advises questioning.
From the Paper "Morality is subjective and intangible. It is different for all of us. Some people may believe that premarital sex is awful, while many others may not understand what all the fuss is about. Weather or not you think that morality is subjective or not, the fact remains that none of us can reach a consensus about what is right and what is wrong. Most of us are content to live and let live. As long as our neighbor isn?t doing something to us directly we can, for the most part, overlook their idiosyncrasies. If we are doing something in the privacy of our own homes that affects no one but ourselves we expect to be left alone. One of the many problems with Christianity is its inability to accept the fact that morality is subjective."
