Tips

Tips related to handling emotions like anger and passions will be here regularly.

Description

This pocket-sized edition of the most widely read of all classic Buddhist texts presents, in verse form, the poetic and inspirational sayings of the Buddha

Presenting two distinct goals for leading a spiritual life–attaining happiness in this life (and in future lives) and the achievement of absolute peace–this classic text of teaching verses from the earliest period of Buddhism in India conveys the philosophical and practical foundations of the Buddhist tradition. This accessible translation combines Gil Fronsdal’s personal knowledge of the Buddhist path with his rigorous attention to detail in bringing forth the original Pali text for seekers of all levels.

This book is part of the Shambhala Pocket Library series.

The Shambhala Pocket Library is a collection of short, portable teachings from notable figures across religious traditions and classic texts. The covers in this series are rendered by Colorado artist Robert Spellman. The books in this collection distill the wisdom and heart of the work Shambhala Publications has published over 50 years into a compact format that is collectible, reader-friendly, and applicable to everyday life.

Source – strandbooks.com

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Self-talk

What do one really want? Stable life. Do one get that if spend extended hours on the internet? No. Where do one get to meet others? At churches, community events, college etc. Is it better if one use free time and energy to make creative outputs that bring them income? Yes. Isn’t writing 12 essays on various subjects and publishing for copyright better than spend time aimlessly? Yes. Is quarrelling with friends, family, teachers, supervisors and authorities helping one’s goal of having a stable life? No.