Unexpected Paths to Happiness #3
It is so easy to take the path of bitterness and harsh condemnation of others. But, you don’t want that. It might feel good for a vindicating moment, but ultimately it sours your soul.
Choose lovingkindness. Counter your frustrations by sending prayers and well wishes to those other people.
Choose someone. Yes, the first face that popped into your head. Send them a blessing such as this one:
May you be full of love, joy and peace. May you have health, wealth, wisdom and happiness. May you be free of anger and bitterness. May you be filled with lovingkindness.
That’s so much better. Fashion your own prayers and blessings. Send them to people you love. Send them silently to people you don’t understand. Pray a blessing like this for yourself. When you can pray for others what you would pray for yourself, you will know that you are moving in the right direction.
Worth Repeating
Lovingkindness is a form of love that truly is an ability.
-Sharon Salzberg
