“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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