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    Be Kind
    Be Kind
    Be Kind
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    Be Kind

    By His Holiness the Dalai Lama

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    "This is my simple religion. There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophy. Our own brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness.”

    For the Dalai Lama it is kindness that makes the world go ‘round. Kindness at the heart of human nature, and it is kindness that is the essential component to developing healthy bodies, minds, and spirits. It is the glue that holds society together. Its absence results in isolation, dislocation, and suffering.

    In this slender volume, the Dalai Lama outlines what compassion is and how its practice affects every area of life. He also provides an exercise process for developing kindness.

    One of the strengths of this book is that it demonstrates that living a life of kindness or compassion is not just about altruism. It is a way of life that benefits us in concrete ways. Compassion makes us resilient in the face of adversity, enables us to live with courage, and provides a level of self-confidence that makes us more effective in our personal and professional endeavors.

    This is a book not only for fans of the Dalai Lama but also for those of all faiths interested in lives filled with hope, promise, and authenticity.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHampton Roads Publishing
    Release dateOct 1, 2019
    ISBN9781612834511
    Be Kind
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    His Holiness the Dalai Lama

    Tenzin Gyatso, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, is the exiled spiritual leader of the Tibetan people. He was the recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989.

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      Be Kind - His Holiness the Dalai Lama

      KINDNESS

      Compassion is the most wonderful and precious thing. When we talk about compassion, it is encouraging to note that basic human nature is, I believe, compassionate and gentle.

      Sometimes I argue with friends who believe that human nature is more negative and aggressive. I argue that if you study the structure of the human body, you will see that it is akin to those species of mammals whose way of life is more gentle or peaceful.

      Sometimes I half joke that our hands are arranged in such a manner that they are good for hugging, rather than hitting. If our hands were mainly meant for hitting, then these beautiful fingers would not be necessary. For example, if the fingers remain extended, boxers cannot hit forcefully, so they have to make

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