NordenBladet – In the beginning of the new millennium, the Dalai Lama* shared 18 rules for life. Here are simple truths of life worth following in order to be a better person. In any case, these are very good and timeless guidelines that we can remind us of every now and then.
Remember that everything in our life happens for a reason and everything holds a purpose.
1. Keep in mind that great love and great achievements go hand in hand with great risk.
2. If you lose, don’t lose the lesson.
3. Follow three important rules: respect yourself, respect others, take responsibility for all your actions.
4. Remember that sometimes not getting what you want can be a blessing.
5. Learn the rules, then you will know how to bend them.
6. Don’t let minor disagreements damage true friendship.
7. When you realize you have been mistaken, take immediate steps to fix it.
8. Every day, find some alone time.
9. Be open to change but remain true to your principles.
10. Remember that sometimes silence is the best answer.
11. Lead a good, honourable life, then as a senior, looking back, you can enjoy it once more.
12. A loving atmosphere in your home is the foundation of your life.
13. In case of disagreements with the people close to you, deal only with the current problem. Don’t bring up past events.
14. Share your knowledge. This is an opportunity to become immortal.
15. Be kind to Mother Earth.
16. Once every year, go somewhere you have never been before.
17. Remember that the best relationship is the one where your love for each other exceeds your need for each other.
18. Evaluate your success based on what you had to sacrifice to get there.
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* In Tibetan Buddhism, the Dalai Lama is considered the reincarnated embodiment of the God of Compassion (bodhisattva) Avalokitešvara (Chenrezig in Tibetan language). It is believed that when the Dalai Lama dies, he is reborn within 45 days. The approximate location is calculated and they go looking for him. At the age of three the possible Dalai Lamas will undergo several tests, in which mostly the belongings of previous Dalai Lamas must be recognized (must be distinguished from among similar belongings). Similar tests are performed in the selection process of all higher lamas. At a few years of age the Dalai Lama will begin to receive schooling, at some point, based on results, it will be determined who from among the possible options will remain.
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