“It is better to conquer yourself than to win
a thousand battles. Then the victory is yours. It cannot be taken from you, not
by angels or demons, heaven or hell,” said Buddha. This is the season to clean
up our lives, burn out all desires and conquer our evil habits. Control your
tongue, for “The tongue like a sharp knife. It kills without drawing blood….
Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it
at someone else; you are the one who gets burned.” Overcome the snakes of
jealousy and the grasping fingers of greed. Wipe out lust. Start on a clean
white canvas of purity. Paint the positive navarasas of love, compassion,
wonder, laughter, courage and peace into your life.
As Buddha
said the way is not in the sky. The way is in the heart. Do not look back or
lose yourself in the daydreams of the future. Concentrate your mind and be a
full participant in the present moment. Enjoy each moment!
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