“That also doesn’t mean that your mind should be closed to other religions. You can study any religion; you can check it out. The problem is that when you choose one particular religion, you get too extreme about its ideas and then put other religions and philosophies down. This happens because you don’t know the purpose of religion, why it exists or how to practice. If you did, you’d never feel insecure about other religions.”
― The Peaceful Stillness of the Silent Mind: Buddhism, Mind and Meditation
― The Peaceful Stillness of the Silent Mind: Buddhism, Mind and Meditation
“When you’re among peaceful, generous, happy people, you’re inclined to feel happy and peaceful yourself. When you’re among angry, aggressive people, you tend to become like them. The human mind is like a mirror. A mirror does not discriminate but simply reflects whatever’s before it, no matter whether it’s horrible or wonderful.”
― Becoming Your Own Therapist & Make Your Mind an Ocean
― Becoming Your Own Therapist & Make Your Mind an Ocean
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