It's true isn't it?? I know I don't always follow this, but I really do try...
The Buddha said this:
For those with no anger,
how can anger arise?
When you practice deep looking and master yourself,
you dwell in peace, freedom, and safety.
The one who offends another
after being offended by him,
harms himself and harms the other.
When you feel hurt
but do not hurt the other,
you are truly victorious.
Your practice and your victory benefit both of you.
When you understand the roots of anger in yourself and in the other,
your mind will enjoy true peace , joy and lightness.
You become the doctor who heals himself and heals the other.
If you don't understand,
you will think not getting angry to be the act of a fool.
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Monks spend years in a monastery trying to achieve that which you have quoted. Would feel incredibly lucky to achieve just a portion of true peace and lightness. Do know that joy. We are lucky enough to have it within our family.
My goal will be to practice, practice and practice some more.
Thanks so much for the reminder (and feel free to remind again).
Love you tons Spudie
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