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The Buddha described three poisons which cause people and the world the most problems. These three poisons – sometimes referred to as three fires or three negative states of mind – are greed, anger and ignorance. They can be neutralized and even eliminated by cultivating three positive states of mind which are an aspect of a liberated mind. Those three opposing wholesome attitudes are generosity, lovingkindness and wisdom. They are activated by right thinking, right action and right meditation. - VMP
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Given that our actions are so important and yet so frequently misguided, our wisdom has to be tactical — and strategic — in fostering actions that are truly beneficial. - Thanissaro Bhikkhu
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Skillful effort is directed at letting go, at developing a mind that inclines to abandoning. - Ajahn Brahm
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Our physical labor is one of the best gifts we can give to the people around us. We may not think of it in that way because Western culture belittles and demeans domestic work. But doing simple chores such as cutting the grass, washing the car, and taking out the trash creates ripples that improve life for everyone. - Sensei Alex Kakuyo
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As long as we are making an effort to end suffering for ourselves and others, our mistakes don’t matter. They’re just part of the journey. And if we keep walking the path our choices will bring us closer to enlightenment with each passing day.
- Alex Kakuyo
- Alex Kakuyo
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We abandon what’s wrong and cultivate what’s right. This is virtue. As we do this, the heart becomes increasingly firm and steadfast. - Ajahn Chah
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Every smile, every frown, every syllable you utter or every arbitrary choice of word that passes between your lips can draw others toward you or make them want to run away. - Leil Lowndes
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Better than a thousand useless words is one useful word, hearing which one attains peace.
- Buddha, Dhammapada
- Buddha, Dhammapada
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Happiness is not just a personal matter; it’s a communal matter. -Ayya Yeshe
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Recognize and let go of craving and aversion. Be kind—open the heart. In this way you set up the conditions upon which calm and liberation can arise. - Buddha