07-05-2010, 04:27 PM
Someone shared this with me years ago. I'd like to share it with you.
When we live in virtue we are offering a tremendous contribution to the world, no matter how small we may think is our sphere of influence. A single flame can light the greatest fire. And when we live forthrightly, without motive for recompense, something magical happens inside of us too. We purify our mind, build strong character and create good fortune. We find greater health and happiness. We attract blessings. And we grow in love.
You do not have control over all that happens to you ,but you do have control over how you respond and what you think and say and do.You are in charge .Where you put your attention ,what action you take ,is up to you.
Cultivating your virtue is choosing,with deep and honest contemplation,at every crossroad,over and over again,to do what you know is right,to live up to your best,to honor the higher calling.This is what is what the sages describe as conquering the self.
When we live in virtue we are offering a tremendous contribution to the world, no matter how small we may think is our sphere of influence. A single flame can light the greatest fire. And when we live forthrightly, without motive for recompense, something magical happens inside of us too. We purify our mind, build strong character and create good fortune. We find greater health and happiness. We attract blessings. And we grow in love.
You do not have control over all that happens to you ,but you do have control over how you respond and what you think and say and do.You are in charge .Where you put your attention ,what action you take ,is up to you.
Cultivating your virtue is choosing,with deep and honest contemplation,at every crossroad,over and over again,to do what you know is right,to live up to your best,to honor the higher calling.This is what is what the sages describe as conquering the self.
