When we practice loving kindness and compassion we are the first ones to profit.
The same wind that uproots trees makes the grass shine. The lordly wind loves the weakness and the lowness of grasses. Never brag of being strong. The axe doesn't worry how thick the branches are. It cuts them to pieces. But not the leaves. It leaves the leaves alone.
I will soothe you and heal you, I will bring you roses. I too have been covered with thorns.
Purify your eyes, and see the pure world. Your life will fill with radiant forms.
My longing for you keeps me in this moment My passion gives me courage
Sometimes you hear a voice through the door calling you... This turning toward what you deeply love saves you.