“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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