To combat hatred directed toward a person, a Buddhist cultivates loving kindness toward that person. |
We also often add to our pain and suffering by being overly sensitive, over-reacting to minor things, and sometimes taking things too personally. |
When things are desperate, there is no need to pretend that everything is beautiful. |
Who provides the opportunity to cultivate patience? Not our friends. Our enemies give us the most crucial chances to grow. |
You have to accept reality. This has helped me come closer to reality. |
Your own pain is involuntary; you feel overwhelmed and have no control. When feeling the pain of others, there is an element of discomfort, but there also is a level of stability because you are voluntarily accepting pain. It gives you a sense of confidence. |