Vedanta - Keyword is Compassion
THE XIV DALAI LAMA
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How do we develop concern for others and for ourselves? Analyse and make comparisons, and then develop a conviction for change. You could start by analysing the value of negative feelings or ill-feeling towards others. Then you can consider what that means to you and how you feel about yourself.Then probe the value of the mental attitude and value of the mind that shows concern and compassion for others. Analyse and make comparisons between these two mental attitudes. I have found that a lack of self-confidence and insecurity brings about fears, frustrations and depression.
However, if your nature changes to a selfless concern for the welfare of others, you will exp erience calm ness, a sense of inner stren gth and self confidence.
The capacity for compassi on one has for others is the measuring rod for one's own mental state, and compassion develops an inner strength.... Many people believe that the practice of love, compassion and forgiveness is of benefit to others and will serve no specific purpose to one's self. I think that is wrong. These positive emotions will immediately help one's own mental state.
Many believe that meditation means closing your eyes and sitting motionless, but there are various levels of meditation. Analytical meditation can divert the mind from the problems at hand, but it doesn't help in reducing your problems.
The better way is to face the problem and tackle it from various aspects, reducing mental burden. The problem may remain but the mind achieves peace and calm, and the problem can be dealt with more effectively and positively.
However, if your nature changes to a selfless concern for the welfare of others, you will exp erience calm ness, a sense of inner stren gth and self confidence.
The capacity for compassi on one has for others is the measuring rod for one's own mental state, and compassion develops an inner strength.... Many people believe that the practice of love, compassion and forgiveness is of benefit to others and will serve no specific purpose to one's self. I think that is wrong. These positive emotions will immediately help one's own mental state.
Many believe that meditation means closing your eyes and sitting motionless, but there are various levels of meditation. Analytical meditation can divert the mind from the problems at hand, but it doesn't help in reducing your problems.
The better way is to face the problem and tackle it from various aspects, reducing mental burden. The problem may remain but the mind achieves peace and calm, and the problem can be dealt with more effectively and positively.
