The Buddha's Path To Wisdom ~ Self Control
"By oneself is evil done; by oneself is one defiled. By oneself is evil left undone; by oneself is one made pure. Purity and impurity depended on oneself; no one can purify another"
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Purity
I have been a glutton. In the last year I've put on fifty pounds. I did that by not shutting my mouth at the appropriate time. Not once not twice not even thrice but 24/7/365.
I have not been in the least little bit a righteous person.
I could blame my neighbours, my wife, the devil. But the truth is, I'm to blame.
I chose the wrong actions. Thought the wrong thoughts. Had improper and I dare say stupid desires.
Yesterday I chose different actions. Thought right thoughts. Desired proper and smarter desires.
I'll try to do the same today. Wish me luck or offer a prayer.
Brian
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