We cause harm to ourselves by not having the courage and respect to look at ourselves honestly and gently. We cause harm to others by our actions, speech and thoughts. Not causing harm is the basis of an enlightened society and the beginning of a sane world.
Competition challenges you to do your best, but if you think of winning as vanquishing others you fall into dangerous egotism. Winning should be thought of as attainment and of knowing you did your personal best. Once you win your share, know when to leave and start anew.
Attaining virtue is done by self-cultivation and by relinquishing your negative habits and attitudes. With utmost sincerity and living in the real world, extend your virtue to all. Do not become attached to your accomplishments, don’t take credit for anything.
Energy that is renewing itself must be allowed to reinforce itself by rest. The return of health after illness, the return of understanding after estrangement, both must be treated tenderly and with care at the beginning so that the return may lead to flowering.
Quote: What I see depends on how I look and for how long.