To the extent that our experience of suffering reminds us of what everyone else also endures, it serves as a powerful inspiration to practice compassion and avoid causing others pain. And to the extent that suffering awakens our empathy and causes us to connect with others, it serves as the basis of compassion and love. His Holiness the Dalai Lama teaches this wisdom.
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Humility
This chronic disease of cherishing ourselves is the cause giving rise to our unsought suffering. Recognizing this, we seek the courage and strength to blame, destroy, and say no to this monstrous demon of selfishness. […]
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Happiness and suffering comes from
Normally people think happiness and suffering comes from outside. That’s not true! Happiness and suffering depends on the way you think. Today is the 15th day of Saka Dawa, Buddha Purnima, the day Buddha was […]
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We are not alone.
As we recognize others’ suffering and realize that we are not alone, our pain is lessened. There’s a Tibetan saying: ‘Wherever you have friends that’s your country, and wherever you receive love, that’s your home.’