If you want to be miserable, think of yourself. If you want to be happy, think of others.
Sakyong MiphamEven when we speak of selflessness, the mind goes to "me." We think, "I'm selfless," but everything is selfless.
Sakyong MiphamIt is said that if our intention is to help others-even if we are unable to follow it through-we will never have any regret. Regret is a result of trying to make "me" happy.
Sakyong Mipham