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Good intention by itself is not enough; it must also be accompanied with wisdom. These intricacies demand our full, mindful attention in order for us to maintain a wholesome state of mind and act skillfully. - Bhante Gunartana
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An action done out of pure intent to bring joy or relieve suffering is never lost. - Kaira Jewel Lingo
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Cultivators of the Way will have compassion for the poor, they will be mindful of the aged, and they will save and give counsel to those in difficult circumstances. They will do meritorious deeds, be resolute and kind, and never harm others. They will make physical sacrifices for the benefit of others. They will hold no great regard for themselves but will be patient, yielding, merciful, and peaceful. - Buddha
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What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals. - Henry David Thoreau
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The sun rises, the sun sets—it’s impossible to hold onto the day or night. Enjoy what comes and be at peace with what doesn't. - Roger Gabriel
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We can achieve interesting things, when we move people’s minds. A good work is peaceful and leads to a chain of other good works. - Nichidatsu Fujii
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Do the best you can and no more will be asked. - Robert Aitken
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In order to find awakening, you have to learn how to develop the good, or skillful, qualities and abandon the bad, or unskillful, ones. - Thanissaro Bhikkhu
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- I am of the nature to grow old. There is no way to escape growing old.
- I am of the nature to have ill health. There is no way to escape having ill health.
- I am of the nature to die. There is no way to escape death.
- All that is dear to me and everyone I love are of the nature to change. There is no way to escape being separated from them.
- My actions are my only true belongings. I cannot escape the consequences of my actions. My actions are the ground upon which I stand.
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Feed the poor. Clothe the naked, Comfort the distressed. Do actions as your duty. Do not expect any thanks or appreciation, applause, salute, for your work. Share what you have with others. Always scrutinize your inner motives. Annihilate all selfish motives. - Swami Sivananda