The Efficiency of the well-trained mind

The stated qualities cause those who have well-trained minds to have the courage to take responsibility for human dignity on various levels.

Core Value # 6: There is life after death

This core value surmises the continuity of life after death. Life does not simply cease when we die. Only the physical body will decompose, but our spirit will comtinue its journey. This view is shared in one way or another by nearly every form of organized religion.

The 38 Ways to Happiness :- Associate with the Wise (5)

The 38 Ways to Happiness. The First Group of Blessings. Blessing Two :- Associate with the Wise.

The 38 Ways to Happiness :- Cherishing our parents (3)

The 38 Ways to Happiness. The Fourth Group of Blessings. Blessing Eleven :- Cherishing our parents

What are the Characteristics of Untrained Mind?

When the mind is obscured by defilements, it is constricted like being imprisoned in a small dark room. Just as one who is imprisoned alone becomes paranoid about possible dangers, the first impulse will be to save his own skin.

The 38 Ways to Happiness :- Cherishing our parents (4)

The 38 Ways to Happiness. The Fourth Group of Blessings. Blessing Eleven :- Cherishing our parents

The 38 Ways to Happiness :- Raising our children (2)

The 38 Ways to Happiness. The Fourth Group of Blessings. Blessing Twelve :- Raising our children.

An Employer Should cherish His or Her Employees

The nadir, or the direction below us, represents the relationships we have with others as a result of earning our living or as a result of being an employer.

The 100,000–Monk Summer Mass Ordination Nationwide Project 2011

The 100,000–Monk Summer Mass Ordination Nationwide Project 2011

Being good and being responsible

Responsibility is the mindfulness to perform those actions that promote the greater good for yourself and others. When we are responsible, we contribute to the well being of ourselves and others. To be responsible we must have brave hearts and the determination to take risks to protect society from harm.