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The Dalai Lama on Attitude
People often expect the other person to respond first in a positive way, instead of taking the initiative to create that possibility. I feel that’s wrong; it can act as a barrier that just promotes a feeling of isolation from … Continue reading
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The Internal Minefield
Of utmost importance is that you come to know what is within you, cultivate that which is good, and work to remove that which is not. Have a great day. Continue reading
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Tagged altruism, compassion, dalai lama, deng ming-dao, evil, expression, good, happiness, love, personal happiness
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Notice the Small Things
Noticing these things may not do anything in themselves to increase your happiness, but may increase the happiness of others, which in the end will increase yours. So have a great Monday, take your time, remember to breathe, stay positive and notice the small things.
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Why Thanksgiving is my Favorite Holiday
So Happy Thanksgiving friends, enjoy your day, your family, your friends and your feast, relax it’s ok to be happy today.
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Tagged eating, fall, food, happiness, hiking, holiday, hunting, thanksgiving
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Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving and on this day of thanks and community a few words by the Dalai Llama on community: The compassionate mind is very important. Fear, anger, jealousy are based on a self-centered attitude. By developing a sense of caring … Continue reading
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Thoughts on Peace of Mind, the Dalai Llama
If you have peace of mind, when you meet with problems and difficulties they won’t disturb your inner peace. You’ll be able to employ your human intelligence more effectively. But, if your mental state is disturbed, full of emotion, it … Continue reading
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On Being Present in Your Life
So, because there is wisdom in knowing when someone has done something better than you can, I will refer you to their amazing piece on being present. And in the spirit of being present in our over stimulated, multitasking world, take a few minutes to do nothing but focus on the article and let it sink in, great way to start a shortened holiday week, here’s the link:
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Tagged being present, blog, happiness, happiness resource, mindfulness, quotes, writing, zen, zen habits
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Materialism and Happiness, the Dalai Lama
Material progress and a higher standard of living bring us greater comfort and health, but do not lead to a transformation of the mind, which is the only thing capable of providing lasting peace. Profound happiness, unlike fleeting pleasures, is … Continue reading
Focus on the Good Things
And if you’re smiling at them, they’re likely to smile back and make both of your days just a little bit better. So smile sunshine things will get better.
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Tagged anger, frustration, happiness, life is hard, mother teresa, personal happiness, positivity, smile, sunshine
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Morning Wisdom from the Dalai Lama
Material progress and a higher standard of living improve comfort and health but do not lead to a transformation of the mind, the only thing capable of providing lasting peace. Profound happiness, unlike fleeting pleasures, is spiritual by nature. It … Continue reading
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