Even if we cannot be completely non-voilent, by being vegetarian we are going in the direction of non-voilence

Seeds can produce seeds Seeds can produce formations. Formations can produce seeds. Formations can produce formations.

Being vegetarian here also means that we do not consume dairy and egg products, because they are products of the meat industry. If we stop consuming, they will stop producing. Only collective awakening can create enough determination for action.

Even if you only stop and focus on your breathing for a few breaths, or for a minute or two, its very valuable.

Letting go gives us freedom, and freedom is the only condition for happiness. If, in our heart, we still cling to anything - anger, anxiety, or possessions - we cannot be free.

If we take the time to look deeply, we see that understanding and compassion arise from suffering. Understanding is the understanding of suffering, and compassion is the kind of energy that can transform suffering. If suffering is not there, we have no means to cultivate our understanding and our compassion. This is something quite simple to see

Anger is like a storm rising up from the bottom of your consciousness. When you feel it coming, turn your focus to your breath.