Every morning we wake up, and take for granted without thinking, that we are alive. Actually, there are far more causes for us not to be alive. Waking up and being alive is very special, worthy of our gratitude. Others waking up and being alive is also very special, worthy of gratitude. We dismiss this seemingly unimportant fact as inconsequential. Nothing could be further from the truth. Inhaling is a gift, a very precious gift indeed. Acknowledge it. Make it meaningful. Give it purpose. And the same for others. Acknowledge meaning for others. Recognize purpose for others. Be happy. Help others be happy.
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Interdependence
Interdependence is a fundamental law of nature. Even tiny insects survive by mutual cooperation based on innate recognition of their interconnectedness. It is because our own human existence is so dependent on the help of […]
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The state of grace
When we sink emotionally, we forget gratitude. Living in grace we receive the blessings of the Buddhas. Our virtuous actions of concern for others and not taking appearances to be real lead to this state […]
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Gratitude is the like the rays of the sun
Gratitude is the like the rays of the sun. It makes everything shine, our heart, the environment, as well as others. It puts a positive, realistic spin on everything. Gratitude buffers us against spiraling down […]