We should conquer ourselves, rather than conquer others. Whether coming or going, standing, sitting or lying down, our mind should be focused in this way.
AJAHN CHAHAll kinds of wonderful, rare animals will come to drink at the pool, and you will clearly see the nature of all things.
More Ajahn Chah Quotes
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When we see beyond self, we no longer cling to happiness. And when we stop clinging, we can begin to be happy.
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Once you understand non-self, then the burden of life is gone. You’ll be at peace with the world. When we see beyond self, we no longer cling to happiness and we can truly be happy.
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Mental activity is like a deadly poisonous cobra. If we don’t interfere with a cobra, how poisonous it may be, it simply goes its own away.
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A good practice is to ask yourself very sincerely, ‘Why was I born?’ Ask yourself this question in the morning, in the afternoon, and at night…every day.
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Wisdom is in yourself, just like a sweet ripe mango is already in a young green one.
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You will see many strange and wonderful things come and go, but you will be still. This is the happiness of the Buddha.
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All religions are like different cars all moving in the same direction. People who don’t see it have no light in their hearts.
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Know and watch your heart. It’s pure but emotions come to colour it.
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Where does peace arise? Peace arises whenever we let something go.
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You should settle the issue right there. One who runs away from suffering out of fear is the most foolish person of all. He will simply increases his stupidity endlessly.
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Do everything with a mind that lets go. Do not expect praise or reward.
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Why do we have time to breathe? Because we see the importance of the breath.
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Therefore we have to train our mind. The meditation practice in Buddhism is all about training one’s own mind.
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When sitting in meditation, say, “That’s not my business!” with every thought that comes by.
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The forest is peaceful, why aren’t you? You hold on to things causing your confusion. Let nature teach you.
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