The changes in our feelings and emotions are triggered by our afflictions (mind with great suffering and pain), which resemble endless knots that tie us up, making us feel imprisoned. The suffering and pain we experience in our daily life do not originate from others or outside, but from our own mind. Thoughts and belief create our own realities!
When we interact with others, there may be repeated occasions of severe misunderstanding which can cause painful friction or conflicts. When this happens, we must remember to see it as a ready opportunity for self-realization, a chance to be aware that we have forgotten LOVE & COMPASSION within us.
We always allow ego to be our master to control/rule our daily life, bringing us tremendous miseries and pains! Indeed, we are insane to become slave of our ego!
There is always something very useful we can learn from people whom we encounter. Whenever we encounter people, we should remind ourselves that they are our guides/mentors showing us our strengths and weaknesses. This will help us instill a strong sense of respect towards others.
And, no matter how people misunderstand us or how severely people judge/condemn us, so long as we have a grateful attitude and forgiving mind, we will be able to face our perceived obstacles calmly and not be affected by them. Adopting this approach as we deal with events or people in our daily life, we will certainly feel much more at peace and at ease, and not be as easily disturbed.
Ultimately, afflictions and inner knots will gradually disappear from our mind. When we can see and believe that it is ONLY the mountains in our mind, then that is the state of awakening!
- George Lau -
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