The words “skillful” and “unskillful” (Pali: Kusala and Akusala) are Buddhist terms for talking about the ethical status of our actions. A wholesome mind brings about a state of wholesome speech and actions. This is Kusala. Any thoughts that are…
I chose this title because I believe it is a perfect example of my own ego. You see, the moment I put the self in front of the situation, I am operating with ego and selfishness. I have become more…
I am often times completely shocked by my own words and actions. The lack of mindfulness that I posses, and the gigantic ego I demonstrate are not those of a good student. I meditate, I study the Dhamma (Sanskrit; Dharma),…
Narcissism breeds contempt, and if contempt exists then compassion cannot flourish. By eradicating your narcissistic ways you will enable yourself to learn compassion and lead a better more fulfilling life. -Stuart Dawsons Narcissism is the personality trait of egotism, vanity,…
Mindful? Me? I think not my friends. Day after day I write these posts, and never consider that there may be many people reading this who are not Buddhist. When I use words like dharma, sangha, appamada, dukkha etc., what…