In Buddhism, mindfulness is the key. Mindfulness is the energy that sheds light on all things and all activities, producing the power of concentration, bringing forth deep insight and awakening. Mindfulness is the base of Buddhist practice

Peace in ourselves, peace in the world.

To be beautiful means to be yourself. You don’t need to be accepted by others. You need to accept yourself.

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.

We try many ways to be awake, but our society still keeps us forgetful. Meditation is to help us remember.

Do not live with a vocation that is harmful to humans and nature. Do not invest in companies that deprive others of their chance to live. Select a vocation that helps realise your ideal of compassion.

With understanding, those we love will certainly flower.