Sunday, April 26, 2009

Words

I did not write this. I am copying it here to remind myself to strive daily to follow it.

"Aware of the suffering caused by unmindful speech and the inability to listen to others, I am committed to cultivating loving speech and deep listening in order to bring joy and happiness to others and relieve others of their suffering.

Knowing that words can create
happiness or suffering, I am determined to speak truthfully, with words that inspire self-confidence, joy, and hope.

I will not spread news that I do not know to be certain
and will not criticize or condemn things of which I am not sure.

I will refrain from uttering
words that can cause division or discord, or that can cause the family or the community to break.

I am determined to make all efforts to reconcile and resolve all conflicts,
however small."

( a version of one of The Five Precepts)
From: http://sweetmango-sweetmango.blogspot.com

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