NO SUFFERINGThe Buddha's sermon on the Four Truths has been called the First Turning of the Wheel, and the teaching of Prajnaparamita has been called the Second Turning of the Wheel. In the traditional formula of the First Truth, suffering is equated with the Five Skandhas, with which it is necessarily co-extensive. But since the Five Skandhas are...
TRUSTING IN SUCCESS AND FAILUREIf we accept a challenge and take certain steps to accomplish something, the process will yield results–either success or failure. Trust means that we know that our actions will bring a definite response from reality. We know that we will get a message. Trust, then, is being willing to take a chance, knowing th...
CHEERFUL FEARLESSNESSFearlessness is not the simpleminded product of overcoming or overpowering your fear. Fearlessness is a positive state of being. It is filled with delight, cheerfulness, and a sparkle in your eyes. We can become fearless and genuine, gentle and daring. But to do so, we have to keep a sense of humor, always. Excerpted from:&quo...
