This is where mindfulness comes in. In meditation, we develop the capacity to be aware of an impulse without acting on it. - Oren Jay Sofer
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It is by gaining a proper understanding of death that we really know how to live and how to contribute meaningfully to society and civilization. - Daisaku Ikeda
Living a simple life and finding satisfaction there can lead individuals to contentment, making them happier without constantly craving more. - Pomnyun Sunim
When I’m moving, shopping, everything, I’m always doing it with mindfulness. I know these are things I have to do, but they aren’t problems. On the other hand, I don’t spend time gossiping or visiting or doing anything, which I don’t consider necessary in my life. - Dipa Ma
Buddhist practice can be considered subtractive rather than additive. - Francis Sanzaro
In desire, anticipation is everything. There is no lasting pleasure in possession. -Tashi Nyima
Be patient. Persevere and plod on. - Swami Sivananda
Let a preoccupation with what’s good and worthwhile arise in the mind. Don’t let any of the forms of mental corruption arise. - Ajahn Lee
Accept the disappointment of not being able to escape your humanity. - Ethan Nichtern
Externally, the teacher appears in human form and teaches the path to liberation. Then comes a time when, through his instructions and his blessings, one comes to a realization identical to his. Then one sees that the inner, or absolute, teacher has always been present. It is simply the nature of one’s own mind. - Jamgon Kongtrul Lodro Thaye
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Victor M. Parachin ...is aVedic educator, yoga instructor, Buddhist meditation teacher and author of a dozen books. Buy his books at amazon or your local bookstore. Archives
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