{"id":96040,"date":"2023-04-13T01:15:48","date_gmt":"2023-04-13T06:15:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qa.tergar.org\/lms-dev\/?post_type=blog&p=96040"},"modified":"2023-04-13T10:01:27","modified_gmt":"2023-04-13T15:01:27","slug":"in-the-swamp-of-daily-life-the-lotus-blooms","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/qa.tergar.org\/lms-dev\/blog\/meditation-and-buddhism\/in-the-swamp-of-daily-life-the-lotus-blooms\/","title":{"rendered":"In the Swamp of Daily Life, the Lotus Blooms"},"content":{"rendered":"

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In the Swamp of Daily Life, the Lotus Blooms<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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SHARE:\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/a>\n\t<\/p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Study and Practice Buddhism” style=”outline” color=”peacoc” align=”left” el_class=”btn-post” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Flearning.tergar.org%2Fcourse_library%2Fvajrayana-online%2F||target:%20_blank|”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”0″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-8″][vc_column_text]In the 21st century, we\u2019re connected to one another in myriad ways, from global commerce, to geopolitical alliances, to the internet. But the highest way to connect with each other is through love and compassion. By engaging in bodhisattva training, we can become of true benefit to ourselves and others, making these connections meaningful.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”1″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″][vc_column lms_has_clearfix=”0″][vc_single_image image=”96221″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1633972574954{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}” el_class=”hidden-xs”][vc_single_image image=”96094″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1633972711421{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}” el_class=”visible-xs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”0″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-8″][vc_column_text el_class=”subtittle-open-post”]<\/p>\n

What is a Bodhisattva?<\/b><\/h3>\n

The word \u201cbodhisattva\u201d refers to those who have the courage and determination to work towards enlightenment by helping all sentient beings. This altruistic motivation and commitment to become a fully realized buddha in order to help all beings realize their own true nature and become buddhas themselves is called bodhichitta. The various hardships of samsara do not discourage them but, instead, become their path to awakening. In fact, it\u2019s precisely those hardships that form the basis for the journey of growth, learning, and transformation; obstacles become opportunities to flourish. This is why bodhisattvas are often compared to lotuses, which grow in the muck of a swamp while remaining fresh and bright. Although they live in the mud of samsara, bodhisattvas are not harmed or corrupted by it. Instead, they use it as nourishment.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”0″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1646237924324{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;}” el_class=”subtittle-open-post”]<\/p>\n

Joyful Effort<\/b><\/h3>\n

We can\u2019t avoid hardships and difficulties, even if we try. What we can do instead is to develop courage and diligence. In Buddhism, diligence is referred to as \u201cjoyful effort .\u201d A key bodhisattva practice is to welcome every problem as an opportunity to grow and help others. This is how to stay fresh in any circumstance.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”1″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″ lms_row_bk_offset_section_classes=”bk-qoute-full”][vc_column][vc_column_text]\u201cCompassion, a sense of caring, thinking about others\u2019 welfare. That sort of attitude brings me inner peace. It has defined the purpose of my life.\u201d<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”autorquotepost”]\u2013\u00a014th Dalai Lama<\/span> \u2013[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”0″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1646237969954{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}” el_class=”subtittle-open-post”]<\/p>\n

A Virtuous Circle<\/b><\/h3>\n

A bodhisattva practices fulfilling the aspiration for enlightenment. While helping beings, they are simultaneously pursuing their own journey of inner awakening. It is a process of connecting with their own innate goodness by nurturing awareness, love, compassion, and wisdom. This leads to recognition of their fundamental enlightened nature. The more clearly we are able to recognize our true nature, the more capacity we have to benefit beings\u2014it is a virtuous circle.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”0″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1646237981618{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}” el_class=”subtittle-open-post”]<\/p>\n

The Four Ways of Building Community<\/b><\/h3>\n

None of us could exist for even a moment apart from our environment, so a bodhisattva cares for and purifies the environment they depend upon. The Mahayana tradition also emphasizes four specific ways of enriching the environment called \u201cThe Four Ways of Building Community.\u201d These are generosity, caring speech, living in harmony, and helping others with a single aspiration.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”0″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1646238012839{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}” el_class=”subtittle-open-post”]<\/p>\n

Generosity<\/b><\/h3>\n

There are many ways of expressing generosity, including material generosity, protecting beings from fear, and treating beings with love and compassion. But the most important for building community is spiritual generosity, in the form of giving teachings. Mingyur Rinpoche\u2019s father, Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche, was a prime example of this: from morning to evening he made himself available to anyone who came to him. Regardless of their identity, status, or background, he welcomed them. Another fine example was Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche. He never refused when asked for a teaching\u2014he always answered questions with a smile.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”0″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1646238026091{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}” el_class=”subtittle-open-post”]<\/p>\n

Good Communication<\/b><\/h3>\n

How we communicate with other people is an extremely important part of building community. We can do our best to always speak kindly, try to have productive conversations, and listen to others\u2019 problems.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”0″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1646238516470{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}” el_class=”subtittle-open-post”]<\/p>\n

Harmonious Living<\/b><\/h3>\n

Living in harmony with others is another important part of building community.\u00a0 Regardless of someone\u2019s status, rank, income bracket, personality, or circumstances, we can try to meet each person we encounter where they are, extending an attitude of hospitality and respect.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”0″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1646238735110{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}” el_class=”subtittle-open-post”]<\/p>\n

Single Aspiration<\/b><\/h3>\n

The true causes of happiness are our natural awareness, love, compassion, and wisdom, which are with us all the time and only need to be recognized. To build community, a bodhisattva acts with the single aspiration of helping everyone to discover these true causes of happiness.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”0″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1646238757879{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}” el_class=”subtittle-open-post”]<\/p>\n

The Bodhisattva Approach is Always Relevant<\/b><\/h3>\n

There are particular qualities a bodhisattva attempts to embody. Generosity, for example, and ethics. Also patience, which means cultivating a resilient mind. Joyful effort arising from a sense of meaning and purpose. Concentration. Mindfulness. And most importantly, wisdom.<\/p>\n

The cultivation of these qualities, or the six paramitas<\/i>, is an ancient practice, but it holds a treasure trove of benefit for us in the world we live in today.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row u_row_style=”1″ lms_row_has_bk_offset=”0″ lms_row_bk_columns_offset=”0″ u_row_enrollment_restriction=”0″][vc_column width=”1\/12″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-2 vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ lms_has_clearfix=”0″ offset=”vc_col-lg-8 vc_hidden-xs”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1646239059085{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}” el_class=”subtittle-open-post”]<\/p>\n

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  1. Take a moment to bring to mind an instance when you felt compassion and solidarity with someone with whom you never would have before.<\/li>\n
  2. What effect did this sense of compassion and connection have on your own experience? Can you recall any other moment when a shared experience gave you a stronger sense of sameness with a stranger or broke down walls between you and others?<\/li>\n
  3. With this in mind, try to notice from time to time what common circumstances you share with others you meet throughout the day. You might notice that you are members of the same community, or even just that you experience the same weather.<\/li>\n
  4. Most importantly, acknowledge that you share the same fundamental wish to be happy and free from suffering.<\/li>\n
  5. At the end of the day, reflect on how the practice may have influenced your relationship to others, including perfect strangers.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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