Who are the most poor of all beings in this world?
Those so attached to their wealth that they know no satisfaction.
- Dalai Lama 7th
Those so attached to their wealth that they know no satisfaction.
- Dalai Lama 7th
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Giving protection from fear means actually doing whatever you can to help others in difficulty.
It includes, for instance, providing a refuge for those without any place of safety, giving protection to those without any protector, and being with those who have no other companion. In particular, it refers to such actions as forbidding hunting and fishing whenever you have the power to do so, buying back animals on the way to slaughter, and saving the lives of dying fish, worms, flies, and other creatures. The Buddha taught that, of all relative good actions, saving lives is the most beneficial. —Patrul Rinpoche Getting lost in anger can indeed leave us very far from where we want to be. - Sharon Salzberg
Any time we want life to be different than it is, we are caught in impatience. - Michele McDonald
Friends should be seen as beings with whom one shares positive karmic connections. One's friendships should be joint celebrations of the path to enlightenment, with a strong emphasis being placed on mutual benefit and growth. - Glenn H. Mullin
If you make a steady effort to progress, you will find that nothing is to difficult. This is because steady effort is like running water, it can even cut through stones. - Sutra of Bequeathed Teachings
What is the target of countless arrows of misery? The temper of the mind unable to bare even small ordeals. - Dalai Lama 7th
Resilience is the ability to adapt and positively respond to stress and misfortune. Though we all have resilience many neglect tapping into this power. Here are eight ways to build resilience.
#1). Look ahead. Though no one can change the past, everyone work toward creating a more meaningful and happier future. This will mean looking ahead rather than constantly looking back at what was and what could have been. Ask yourself, "what can I do today to ensure that my future will be brighter?" #2). Be flexible. Adapt and adjust to emerging circumstances. Avoid remaining rigid, frozen in place, stunned by a situation. Being soft and pliable is a healthier (and quicker) way to get through a tough time. #3). Take action. Make a list of things you could do to improve your situation . . . and then do it. Taking constructive action will prevent you from being paralyzed by negativity and overwhelmed with discouragement. "Vision is not enough, it must be combined with venture. It is not enough to stare up the steps, we must step up the stairs," says Czech leader Vaclav Havel. #4). Be positive. Being positive means making the choice to see the bright side of a situation. The Dalai Lama says it well: "Choose to be optimistic. It feels better." #5). Nurture yourself. Make time to do things you enjoy. Make time to be with people you enjoy. Make time keep yourself healthy in every way: emotionally, spiritually, mentally, physically. #6). Reject victimhood. Victims believe not only that life is unfair but that it deliberately sets out to hurt them. This results in finger pointing, blame and self-pity. Be better than this by viewing yourself as an over comer and survivor. #7). Keep expanding. Allow difficulty to make you stronger, wiser, braver, and more courageous. "You learn to rise above a lot of bad things that happen in your life. And you have to keep going" was wisdom offered by actress Lauren Bacall. #8). Stay tough. Override any anxiety or uncertainty about how you're going to deal with a situation. Stay tough; remain strong; don't give up or give in. Babe Ruth famously noted: "You just can't beat the person who won't give up." Avoid harm, act with integrity. The best of your humanity can make itself known in your difficulties. - Jack Kornfield
Practice patience with small difficulties, and thus gradually become patient with greater challenges. - Shantideva
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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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