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One of the more popular branch of Buddhism is none other than Zen Buddhism followed by Tibetan Buddhism, perhaps it is the idea of simplicity of the Japanese culture that makes it so much more relaxing. Famous western people embracing Buddhism are the late Steve Jobs, Steven Seagal, Richard Gere, Tina Turner, Orlando Bloom, Tiger Woods and more.

Alternative 2020 Article ➤ 14 Wisdom Quotes by the 14th Tibetian Dalai Lama

Personally, I do not categorize Buddhism as a religion, some may disagree and that is the beauty of Buddhism, you will not be punished for being wrong. Reason being that they do not mention God, the creator of this universe and more often than not, their scripture is nothing more than a guide on how to end suffering. In short, what is Buddhism? I believe it is the only “religion” that promotes ‘the way of life’.



Work out your own salvation. Do not depend on others.



What we think, we become.



Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.



It is a man’s own mind, not his enemy or foe, that lures him to evil ways.



You will not be punished for your anger, you will be punished by your anger.



Hatred does not cease by hatred, but only by love; this is the eternal rule.



The mind is everything. What you think you become.



No one saves us but ourselves. No one can and no one may. We ourselves must walk the path.



The tongue like a sharp knife… Kills without drawing blood.



Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth.



Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned.



Health is the greatest gift, contentment the greatest wealth, faithfulness the best relationship.



Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.



I never see what has been done; I only see what remains to be done.



Buddha was asked, “What have you gained from meditation?” He replied, “Nothing! However. Buddha said, let me tell you what I lost: Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Insecurity, Fear of Old age and Death.”



Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future. Concentrate the mind on the present.



Health is the greatest gift, contentment is the greatest wealth. Faithfulness is the best relationship.



No one saves us but ourselves. No one can and no one may. We ourselves must walk the path.



Three things cannot be long hidden – The Sun, The Moon and The Truth.



The mind is everything, what you think you become.



We are shaped by our thoughts, we become what we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves.



To keep the body in good health is a duty, otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear.



Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.



Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned.



There are only two mistakes one can make along the road to truth, not going all the way and not starting.

Anger Management And The Lotus Flower

Having anger management issues? If you’ve been to the Buddhist temple, you will notice that Buddha is meditating on top of a Lotus flower, here’s why – The lotus flower represents a symbol of calmness, peace and holiness in Buddhism.

Lotus flower grows in muddy water, and it is this environment that gives forth the flower’s first and most literal meaning: rising and blooming above the murk to achieve enlightenment. The second meaning, which is related to the first is purification. It resembles the purifying of the spirit which is born into murkiness. The third meaning refers to faithfulness. Those who are working to rise above the muddy waters will need to be faithful followers. Happy Wesak / Vesak Day.



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