Category: Buddhism

Reflecting Before Acting

“What do you think, Rahula, What is the purpose of a mirror?” the Buddha asked. Rahula responded, “It is for the purpose of reflection, sir.” “In the same way, Rahula, an action to be done by body, speech or mind should only be done after careful reflection.” Majjhima Nikaya 61 – Instructions to Rahula at […]

Being ‘Intelligently Selfish’ & Tonglen

“If you would like to be selfish, you should do it in a very intelligent way. The stupid way to be selfish is … seeking happiness for ourselves alone. … the intelligent way to be selfish is to work for the welfare of others.” His Holiness the Dalai Lama

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