Lessons In Life …Lessons In Life …

I've learned....That the best

classroom in the world is at the feet of a wise

person.

I've learnedThat romantic love with attachment can turn to hatred. Metta is unconditional love and always remains pos

itive.

I've learned....That praise and blame are inevitable in samsaric life.

I've learned....That being kind is more important than being right.

I've learned....That you should

never say "no" to a gift from a child.

I've learned....That I can always pray

for someone when I don't have the strength to help him in some other way.

I've learned....That no matter what life’s problems are, they too must pass

away.

I've learned....That love, care

and understanding are virtues.

I've learned....That simple walks with

contemplation in nature can work

wonders.

I've learned....That gain and loss,

pleasure and pain are inevitable.

I've learned....That money

doesn't buy true peace.

I've learned....That small daily

happenings in life can teach me so

much.

I've learned....That some things happen even if I don’t want them

to.

I've learned....That when you plan to

get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt

you.

I've learned....That loving-

kindness and compassion will

heal wounds.

I've learned....That for me to grow I must

associate with the wise and not the

fools.

I've learned....That everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a

smile.

                             

                   

I've learned....That no one is

perfect … I must therefore forgive.

I've learned....That life is tough, but I'm tougher.

I've learned....That obstacles can

be surmounted with patience and

persistence.

I've learned....That when you

harbor bitterness, happiness will

dock elsewhere.

I've learned....That I owe so

much to so many who have crossed my life …gratitude

I must show before it’s too

late.

I've learned....That one should

refrain from lying, slander, harsh

speech and gossip.

I've learned....That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your

looks.

I've learned....That I can't choose

how I feel, but I can choose what I

do about it.

I've learned....That everyone wants to live on top of the

mountain, but all the happiness and growth

occurs while you're climbing it.

I've learned ...That it is best to give

advice at the right time, under the right circumstances and in

the right way.

I've learned....That I must put down the burden or let go when wisdom says

so.

May You Be May You Be Well and Well and Happy!Happy!

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