Month: December 2009

Why is it good to laugh?

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Laughing offers us mini moments of retreat. Not to be confused with flight, they are rather moments of reflection, introspection, and joy. When we laugh, we offer joy through our smiles and become infectious. Like watching a fire grow, our laughter expands and spreads forth.  And like the wind, it drifts from place to place. It resonates between the earth and the sky.

There is a lot of hidden benefit in laughing. It can calm the upset, lighten the loads we bear, and foster love.

There is something powerful and respectful about someone who can laugh and truly bring joy to the group. And laughter often illuminates the middle way in a difficult situation.

Laughing enables us to make the long haul, and helps develop our inner strengths of clarity and understanding~ compassion.

Coming to a place of peace, joy and serenity requires surrendering: letting go of the tightness and allowing the ease. When we can laugh together, there is prosperity.

Laughing develops our inner growth~ and offers joy to the world. Have a wonderful Wednesday, and don’t forget to laugh.

Original hexagram is Heaven over Mountain; 33

Expansion is Heaven over Heaven;1

The Kernel is Heaven over Heaven;1 BY WAY OF Heaven over Wind; 44

See the I Ching page for more information and explanation.

Willingness to Change

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Jetsunma at KPC
Jetsunma at KPC

I love people of #FAITH who commit to compassion,tolerance,wisdom, making the world better. People who jerk others around w/their ego? Nah.

I would not want to just take up space, and contribute nothing to the world community.

If I see simple kindness in a human heart I will joyfully accept that one as a student. As a friend and ally.

If I see a gossip, or someone who causes division in the spiritual community I will work to correct it. I believe in love

If I see a student of moderate accomplishment but has come a long way, they are a jewel to me.

If I see a student with tremendous potential but making no progress on the path I am saddened. I cannot help.

Many of my students have made much progress in this very life and have worked hard. I am so proud and joyful!

Then some find the path and lose it. Some spiral down quickly by abandoning the Guru and following confusion. How sad.

In Vajrayana it is possible to repair broken vows. It requires courage and effort. The ball is ALWAYS in your court.

May those having lost their way always find the Supreme Nirmanakaya! May dullness and fever fall away, clarity return!

May all sentient beings be Liberated in this very lifetime! OM AH HUNG BENZAR GURU PEMA SIDDHI HUNG!

How do I build better relationships with people?

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Relationships are built upon inner worth. This inner worth is developed by us following what we know to be true and right for ourselves~ following our hearts and not being swayed or influenced off our paths.

Question for 12.08.09 was: How do I build better relationships with people?

Original hexagram is Thunder over Heaven; 34.
Expansion is Heaven over Heaven; 1.
The kernel is Heaven over Heaven;1 BY WAY OF Lake over Heaven; 43.

Relationships are built upon inner worth. When we feel “inwardly united with the fundamental principles” our inner power expands. That is, we feel confident and good about ourselves. When we possess this inner value then we are more likely to treat others well and with respect. This in turn offers harmony in our relationships with people. Furthermore, as we develop our inner worth, always cultivating it with compassion, we begin to have a deeper understanding in the meaning of all phenomena. In more practical terms, we have clarity about the overall picture of things.  In relationships, this means when there is conflict we have a better chance of understanding what is actually happening and we can have compassion for both ourselves and other.

This inner worth is developed by us following what we know to be true and right for ourselves~ following our hearts and not being swayed or influenced off our paths. When we are in harmony with what is right for us, then we feel worthy. This lends to good relationships with all living beings.

Cultivating inner worth poses tremendous power. This power can offer positive example for others. When people are around someone who has strong inner worth, then it influences that person to have direction for themselves; the old saying, lead by example comes to mind.

When one casts out what is degrading in their lives, and incorporates what is right, they feel good about themselves; they can have love and compassion for themselves, and in turn have love and compassion for others fostering good relationships with people.

Go forth today treating people well and with respect. Cultivate your inner worth by following what you know to be true and right for yourself, and you will find harmony in your relationship with others.

See the I Ching page for more!

Astrology

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12/8/09   Tuesday

You feel critical and carping toward others, and they feel that way toward you. Double check your work as you could make mistakes today. A “big picture” concept may be stalled or sidelined by mechanical mistakes.  Think of an airplane waiting on the tarmac while mechanics check out a problem.  Be patient.  Something that has been developing in the background could suddenly spring into life.  It’s a winner!  You are glad you waited.

Aries, Leo, Libra, Virgo, Sagittarius, Aquarius*****

Taurus, Cancer, Scorpio, Capricorn, Pisces****

Gemini***

The daily astrology post affects everyone.  Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently.  Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth.  There are many departments of life.  Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

Be a Smart Shopper in Today’s Spiritual Supermarket

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His Holiness Penor Rinpoche
His Holiness Penor Rinpoche

The following are tweets by Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo from December 7, 2009 on the importance of lineage

The dumbest thing you can do is build the ego by claiming spiritual capacity about oneself. Better others to say from experience.

The Buddha taught that to claim enlightenment without attaining it is a heinous fault. A lie to others + oneself, harmful.

I have never claimed for myself anything other than what my Tsawei Lama and our Lineage has said. What would be the benefit?

Be extremely careful with a “teacher” who recognizes themselves without the benefit of Guru and Lineage. They may be harmful to you.

Most important to know- who is their Guru! What is their lineage? Where is their Sangha? Where is their accomplishment of benefit?

And certainly one should examine their qualities. Are they truly compassionate, care for others? How? Do they have wisdom? Or just B.S.?

When we think we have found a suitable Lama/Guru we should take time to examine them, their activities. Check- today we have Google!

When walking the path to Liberation the last thing we need is a snake-oil salesman. And they are out there. I know of some.

You have to be a major CREEP to seduce innocent spiritual seekers when you have nothing true to offer. A con artist!

If the need to be a Guru is so strong that one is compelled to invent one’s status then one is Not a Guru, but is an egomaniac.

If you meet such a one as that RUN for your #spiritual life! Fast! Never put your #PATH in the hands of a charlatan!

There are many pure Lamas who willingly show their credentials and teach from a purely preserved line of accomplished Masters, or Lineage.

It is through that unbroken line of accomplished Masters that the essential mind ripening blessings are passed. Not from ego.

So be careful out there! In today’s spiritual supermarket they are selling a LOT of BALONEY! Google, search, watch, be sure.

You can find out more about Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo on the About Us page, and also on Tara.org.  A Garland of Immortal Wish-Fulfilling Trees: The Palyul Tradition of Nyingmapa provides a more complete discussion of the Palyul lineage and the lives of the extraordinary Palyul lineage holders.

Astrology

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12/7/09   Monday

Confident, enthusiastic and aggressive emotions predominate.  Feelings of invincibility encourage enthusiastic forward movement.  Oddly enough, a group may vote down the best ideas or recommend “let’s think about it.”  Feelings of anger can flare when a wonderful idea is put on hold.  Think carefully about the objections, make a few concessions, don’t insult anyone, and the project is back in the works.  Excitement! Be extremely cautious about the two extremes of either talking obsessively or else refusing to speak.  State your case and stop talking.  It’ll work out.

Aries, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius, Aquarius*****

Gemini,  Pisces****

Taurus, Scorpio, Cancer, Capricorn***

Virgo**

The daily astrology post affects everyone.  Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently.  Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth.  There are many departments of life.  Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

How does one not overindulge?

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Overindulgence generally comes from one who is not able to recognize the benefit of participating for the common good.  The laws of nature and the laws of people work best when there is understanding of each.  When we are not overindulging, an inner truth begins to rise.  See the I Ching page for more!

Astrology

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12/06/09   Sunday

A new spirit of confidence and happiness is in the air.  Leadership beckons and good will permeates the environment.  This is a time to tell jokes and enjoy people in authority.  They are happy and shining.  Men and women get along and there is a sense of pride in what has been accomplished.  Those who have worked hard and done a good job receive the recognition they deserve.  Your team wins!  A serious discussion  can be held but it doesn’t dampen the enthusiastic outlook of the day.

Aries Gemini, Leo, Sagittarius, *****

Libra, Aquarius,****

Taurus, Cancer, Scorpio, Capricorn, Pisces***

Virgo**

The daily astrology post affects everyone.  Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently.  Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth.  There are many departments of life.  Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

How does one progress on the Path?

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Whether you are just starting on the Path, or a long time student, what is important to remember is that one can not progress without a qualified Teacher.  Accomplishment is achieved through thoroughness, perseverance, but also by acknowledging one’s “youthfulness” in practice.  See the I Ching page for more!

Astrology

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12/05/09   Saturday

Amazing dreams play a role in inspiring you.  Keep a notebook by your bed, write down what you remember and notice how it lines up with your life.  The solution to a problem could present itself.  If you are having trouble with “forward thinking” on a project, wait it out.  Any new idea you have today will seem unworkable tomorrow.  Logical, rational thinking will get you nowhere.  Something is developing in the background that will prove very exciting in time.  Don’t rush things.

Cancer,Scorpio, Aquarius,  Pisces*****

Aries,Taurus,Gemini, Libra,Sagittarius****

Leo, Virgo, Capricorn***

The daily astrology post affects everyone.  Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently.  Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth.  There are many departments of life.  Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

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