Six right livelihood guidelines

Source: Moon journeying through clouds.

Zen Buddhist chants, sayings and recitations from the Buddhist Society for Compassionate Wisdom.

Consume mindfully.

Eat with awareness and gratitude.

Pause before buying and see if breathing is enough.

Pay attention to the effects of media you consume.

Pause. Breathe. Listen.

When you feel compelled to speak in a meeting or conversation, pause.

Breathe before entering your home, pleace of work, or school.

Listen to the people you encounter. They are buddhas.

Practice gratitude.

Notice what you have

Be equally grateful for opportunities and challenges.

Share joy, not negativity.

Cultivate compassion and loving kindness.

Notice where help is needed and be quick to help

Consider others' perspectives deeply.

Work for peace at many levels.

Discover wisdom

Cultivate "don't know" mind (= curiosity).

Find connections between Buddhist teachings and your life.

Be open to what arises in every moment.

Accept constant change.