Monday, 21 May 2007

Dalai Lama says .....


May I become at all times,
Both now and for ever,
A protector for the helpless,
A guide for the lost ones,
A ship for those to cross oceans,
A bridge to cross rivers,
A sanctuary for those in danger,
A refuge for those who need shelter,
A servant to all in need.



There is often a big disparity between the way in which we perceive things and the way things really are.





Old friends pass away, new friends appear. It is just like the days. An old day passes, a new day arrives. The important thing is to make it meaningful: a meaningful friend - or a meaningful day.








Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional.










There is often a big disparity between the way in which we perceive things and the way things really are.









So the smart brain must be balanced with a warm heart, a good heart - a sense of responsibility, of concern for the well-being of others.








We are human beings, and we have this marvelous brain and marvelous heart, so there is potential to develop a proper mental attitude, through which we can have a happy, more peacful life.








26 comments:

  1. That was a beautiful entry, and they were all so true. It doesn't hurt us to be occasionally reminded of what's important in life, does it?

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  2. That was nice, I feel all warm and fuzzy now!!

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  3. miss u
    Yes, it's true, we sometimes forget what's important in the hustle and bustle.

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  4. queenie
    That'll be the drink!
    Only kidding, I know what you mean. I had such a lovely time choosing the quotes and putting them onto the pictures - very calming.

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  5. All very beautiful thoughts!
    :)

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  6. You know there are people in this world that think the Dalai is nuts, a crock, and anyone that goes along with him is just as bad.
    Can you believe it?
    I'm sure they actually know nothin' about what they think they are talkin' 'bout.

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  7. steve
    I know and I don't care if he is nuts, I like what he says, and there are some who think I'm nuts. How very dare they!
    In the words of Catherine Tate - Am I bovvered? ;)

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  8. Very nice thoughts. Thanks for sharing them with us

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  9. Hi.. your Love Message it's now posted :)

    Just gorgeous.
    Thanks for being part of my project

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  10. I've read many brilliant posts since I started blogging but this has to be the most moving and most thought provoking post to date. Wonderful.
    Rx

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  11. autumn
    I'm happy you enjoyed them. :)

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  12. ruth
    Thank you, I'm so glad you enjoyed it.

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  13. You are so right....

    Well done on your award.

    Cheers Mark

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  14. Great thoughts for a Tuesday...

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  15. Thanks for reminding us that we can live simply and beautifully just by becoming aware of those around us and developing compassion.

    I read the Art of Happiness recently (and did blog about it a couple of months ago) and try to live it every day.

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  16. Those were some truly wonderful sentiments, thank you so much for sharing them with us!

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  17. "If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion."

    Love that one! Thank you so much for a meditative post that gave as much calmness to us as it did to you.

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  18. Beautiful Akelamalu. Thanks for sharing that.

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  19. very nice message Akelamalu! very enjoyable to read!!! Thank You!

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  20. mark
    Thank you.

    cream
    Great thoughts for any day. :)

    gewels
    Being Reiki I do try to live by the Precepts - I try! :)

    linda
    My pleasure, I'm glad you enjoyed.

    julia
    Calmness is a welcome break. :)

    la bellina mammina
    You're welcome. :)

    catch
    I enjoyed sharing it. :)

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  21. can't leave a comment on 'which button to press'

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  22. So true! What a great post. Loved it.
    Hugs, light and love.
    Hugs,

    Angel ():)

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  23. la bellina mammina
    Sorry the new blogger disabled the comments, they're up now.

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