Disappointment Haiku

Oct. 19 | If you see the unenlightened as ‘perfect’, prepare to be disappointed, as an unenlightened and imperfect one too.

Should Worldly Customs Override Spiritual Practice?

May. 8 | Question: If the 49th day after the passing of the deceased falls on the first day of the Chinese New Year (CNY), can the 7th post-death chanting ceremony be done before that day? Answer: NO. It should be done accordingly on the actual day. Although...

[6] How To See Those Who Have Betrayed Us

Jan. 8 | When someone whom I have benefited, and in whom I have great hopes gives me terrible harm, I shall regard that person as my holy guru. – Geshe Langri Tangpa Reflections On ‘The Eight Verses Of Thought Transformation’ (Part 6 of 8): 第六颂：视害为师 吾昔饶益助某人， 且曾深心寄厚望， 彼虽非理妄加害， 愿视彼为善知识。 –...

Disappointment

Mar. 15 | Disappointment is just a reminder to further align with reality with greater diligence. – Stonepeace (Get Books)

Sunset Haiku

Sep. 5 | Sunset now But sunrise later Disappointment or hope… later? (There is no need to be sad or elated over the fleeting.)

Do You Sit On The Special Subway Seats?

Jun. 22 | If one expects gratitude and reciprocation of one’s kindness from others, one should expect disappointment too. – Stonepeace In Singapore subway trains, there used to be a sign above certain seats in each carriage, which reads, ‘Priority...