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Originally Posted by Webgoji
Psst ... they're not gods. They're symbolic depictions (some not so symbolic) of Buddhas who are people just like you and I that achieved something amazing; Enlightenment.
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Haha oops! We didn't have anyone to guide us around so we had no idea. I just remembered that one of the description called the statue a God. Thanks!
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That's what Buddhism is all about.
A good teacher will explain how to implement the practices slowly into your life. Simple things like offering your place in line at the store to someone else, how to meditate in the time you have, etc. The teachings of Buddha are useless if you don't use them so as you learn, just think, "What have I learned that I can practice today?" and then work on that one little thing every day.
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Looks like it'll take me a while then! Especially with my mood swings but it seems worthwhile. Thanks!
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Originally Posted by Gus1234U
if you are looking for practical advice for a daily practice which leads one away from suffering, there is an excellent practice online, called Lojong, daily mind training. it offers 7 teachers' explanation of one of the buddha's teachings on how to tame the mind (view the commentaries). you can sign up for a daily email, too. i hope it is helpful to you: Lojong and Tonglen Community Site
another source of daily input that i have found valuable is a blog for PTSD recovery skills. they will also send a daily email, but if you read the site, it's good to start at the beginning: ptsadawayout.com
best wishes~
Gus
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Wow thanks Gus!
