O nce we have learned to think in the ways described above, we will be much closer to being able to concentrate on what we are doing and not on what we are getting. The value of this life and of all our future lives is determined by what we are doing now and not by what we are getting now. This point is very important. Everything that happens to us should be perceived as an opportunity for growth and Enlightenment. When you realize that everything springs only from yourself, you will learn both peace and joy.
Pride leads to violence and evil.
The truly good gaze upon everything with love and understanding. H e takes no delight in being shown respect. If he is slighted, he shows no anger. His wisdom is like an ocean. These are the hallmarks of the truly wise.