The Science of Happiness
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In recent years scientists have discovered that mindfulness can reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance our sense of well-being.
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As part of our #MeditationHacks series, a Mahayana Buddhist who is encouraged to practice for the benefit of all sentient being feels like they are only practicing for their own benefit. Venerable Thubten Chodron answers.
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Call it love, kindness, compassion for all beings—it’s the real elixir, the only one that truly transforms life for ourselves and others.
Extract from a public discussion at Brockwood Park, 1977. Here, Krishnamurti asks why we are so lacking in compassion.
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Forgiveness is not just a selfish pursuit of personal satisfaction or righteousness. It actually alleviates the amount of suffering in the world.
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Do not waste time bothering whether you ‘love’ your neighbor; act as if you did. As soon as we do this we find one of the great secrets. When you are behaving as if you loved someone, you will presently come to love him.
If you love deeply, you’re going to get hurt badly. But it’s still worth it.
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Love is not affectionate feeling, but a steady wish for the loved person’s ultimate good as far as it can be obtained.