Wisdom for Life
Face Difficulties with Courage
Life is never a bed of roses. But if we can accept our lot and be content with life, and understand that it is fate that decides whether we are born rich or poor, we will be able to face any hardship in life with a calm mind.
Do Not Look Down on the Unlearned
Many people are conceited and think very highly of themselves. They often look down on others because of their superiority complex.
The Key to a Peaceful and Happy Life
The greatest suffering in life is no other than having a discontented heart, and our discontentment usually arises out of comparing ourselves with others. But there will never be true satisfaction if we keep comparing ourselves with each other.
Great Love Makes All Accomplishments Possible
Love can change our lives, and it is also that which brings true happiness in life. If we can all inspire the goodness within ourselves and serve with a sincere, loving heart, there will be nothing too difficult for us.
True Strength Comes from Patient Endurance
Where does anger come from? Anger arises from greed, hatred, and ignorance. People cannot eradicate these three mental poisons in daily life. This is the problem with the human mind.
Avoid Gossiping
One of the “Twenty Difficulties in Spiritual Cultivation” expounded by the Buddha is: “It is difficult for people to avoid gossiping”. Whether we can overcome this difficulty depends on how mindful we are……
Everything and Everyone can Teach us Something Worthwhile
We can learn something worthwhile from everything and every person in this world.
Remain at Peace by Being Unaffected by External Conditions
We should avoid complicate simple matters. And, if we are able to simplify complicated matters, we will live a happy life without worries.
The Qualities of a Gentleman
By seeing things from another person’s position or perspective and treating people reasonably and fairly, we are refining our character. This is also the principle of being human and the bearing of a gentleman.
Love and Cherish Our Parents before it is Too Late
True filial piety is about loving and respecting our parents from the depth of our hearts, and showing this love through continued care and companionship.
A Tough Man can Withstand any Tests in Life
As the Chinese saying goes, ”A tough man can withstand any tests in life. People who are not envied by others are usually mediocre.”
Take the First Step
Spiritual cultivation or the art of learning is just like walking a journey. As the Chinese saying goes, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”
Perfecting our Spiritual Practice with Humility and Gratitude
If we can serve diligently in our society without being affected by conflicts and disputes, and always bear a heart of gratitude and humility no matter what happens, we will be able to perfect our spiritual practice.
Eradicate Worries and Anxiety with a Positive Mindset
What constitutes a truly lovable life? Would being highly knowledgeable, talented, or famous make us lovable? It may not necessarily be so.
Accepting Hardship with Grace
“Wealth” and “Peace” meant by the Buddha are not determined by external factors. Instead, they are the outcome of our own state of mind…
Every Day is a Good Day
If you are able to keep your thoughts kind, things will go well and smooth in your life; then naturally, every day will be a good day.
How Do We Live a Full and Complete Life?
When we are happy, people will feel happy when they see us. However, we must be aware that life may not always go according to our wishes……
Building Character Through Facing Challenges
While it is important to be able to accomplish things, it is more important to be human to one another.
