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I lived as a monk and studied Zen for 20 years—here’s the No. 1 thing people miss when they talk about happiness (www.cnbc.com)

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[–] kalkulat 1 points 1 year ago

Like the word 'god' the word 'happiness' always means something different. This text (passed-on for a thousand years) may clarify what's meant. Two phrases agreeing with you say: 'Abandon attachment to all things. / And abide free of desire.' And 'When discouraged thoughts arise,/ Uplift your mind/ And meditate on the emptiness of both.'. You're onto it.

https://atishacentre.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/bodhisattvas_jewel_garland_web.pdf

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