The Marigold Spirit
A timeless emblem of collective hope and compassion
Evoking sacred traditions and quiet resilience, the marigold stands as a vibrant testament to the shared kindness we nurture together.
Symbol of Transformation
Inner transformation is often invisible. We cannot always see when a heart softens, when anger gives way to understanding, or when compassion begins to take root. The marigold gives that inner transformation a visible form. Bright, resilient, protective, and radiant in the saffron and golden hues associated with Buddhist monastic robes, the marigold becomes a beautiful embodiment of compassion—something we can see, share, plant, and carry into the world.
Seeds of Compassion
For Seeds of Compassion, the marigold is more than a flower. It is a symbol of inner peace: a reminder that when compassion is cultivated within, it can bloom outward—benefiting others and, ultimately, all beings.
Co-Founders
Our page was created by Anasone Silivongxay and Paa Coss, who share a passion for spreading compassion, supporting monastics and spiritual leaders in their work, and bringing positive change to our community.
Anasone Silivongxay, M.Ed. is a Lao American educator and community organizer whose life’s work centers on compassion in action. A child of refugees and a longtime teacher of Multicultural Literature, she creates inclusive spaces where students and communities feel seen, valued, and empowered. Through decades of service in education and Laotian American organizations, she has helped people connect their stories, histories, and cultures in ways that nurture dignity, belonging, and collective care—values at the heart of Seeds of Compassion.
Paa Coss is a Thai American creative leader and community organizer who uses storytelling and Buddhist practice to help people remember their innate goodness. As a Group Creative Director at BCG BrightHouse and founder of a volunteer-led meditation community at Grant Park Meditation, she designs spaces where people of all backgrounds can explore mindfulness, purpose, and social change. Rooted in the Theravada and Mahayana traditions, her work supports Seeds of Compassion’s vision of a world where inner transformation naturally blossoms into compassionate action for all beings.