Freedom: The Bigger Picture
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The Bodhisattva and the Power of Reflection
Buddhism not only teaches us our first duty is to understand things as they really are, but it gives us courage to make that attempt. It exhorts us never to allow ourselves to be overwhelmed by the flood of thoughts and emotions which come pouring in upon from all sides. The Buddha therefore taught us that if we desire to act nobly and powerfully in the affairs of life, we must first learn to retire within ourselves. So he gave me inspiration to just commit to working on my mind and heart.
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