It’s true that wisdom is something we can acquire with age, but mostly with experience. But sometimes it helps us a great deal if we not only look within, but also look up to people whom we consider wise. These role models can enrich our lives simply by leading a meaningful life, something we all aspire to.
It’s guaranteed that these 10 life lessons will challenge you and improve your well-being, if we pay enough attention. Without further ado, here is how Dalai Lama asks us to lead our lives:
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1. Be compassionate
“Compassion is a question of human survival”.
2. Be kind and help others
“My religion is kindness.”
3. Find happiness
“The purpose of our lives is to be happy.”
4. Discover and nurture your inner peace
“Do not let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace.”
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5. Do not harm others
“If you can, help others; if not, at least do not harm them.”
6. Nurture your friendships
“Friendships should not be undervalued.”
7. Don’t let technology rule your life
“We are the controller of technology.”
8. Don’t argue or fight, just negotiate
“There is no hundred percent winner, no hundred percent loser.”
9. Be gentle with the Earth
“We have a duty to preserve this planet as best as we can.”
10. Learn from your failures
“When you lose, don’t lose the lesson.”
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