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Buddhism teaches that we humans have Buddha nature and all we need to do is recognize, respond and realize our true nature. The Buddha's perspective is more people friendly, reminding us that we are in charge of our lives and the direction we wish to move. In fact, the Buddha taught that the way to tap into our Buddha nature and end suffering is to engage in these three actions:
First, to cease from negative actions. . .  .
Secondly, to do what is good. . . . 
Thirdly, to purify and strengthen the mind. This means developing and deepening meditation because that is where we learn to use the mind skillfully.
-Victor M Parachin, Think Like the Buddha
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What is the correct way to deal with some human beings who are especially obnoxious, unkind and unlovable because of their actions? As citizens of the planet are we obliged to love them? . . .

According to Buddhist teaching, every person--regardless of how disgraceful and disgusting his or her behavior may be--has Buddha nature, has the potential to emerge into full Buddhahood. While we may not need to love them, we must work to see and respect their inner Buddha nature. And, when possible, do what we can to support its growth. Every human being, through practice and with some assistance from others, can become an enlightened one.
-Victor M Parachin, Buddhist Wisdom for Beginners

Victor M. Parachin ... 

a Vedic educator, yoga instructor, Buddhist meditation teacher and author of a dozen books. Buy his books at amazon or your local bookstore. Sadly, Victor passed away in August 2025, but his blog continues. Janet Parachin, his partner of 45 years, shares quotes from his books and articles each week. 

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