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“If I want to free myself from endless cycles of struggling with temptation, I need to keep rediscovering that the pain of the struggle is greater than the pain of the desire. If I develop the habit of restraining myself, I'll enjoy the relief of feeling the desires pass, and I'll remember that desires are not the problem. Feeling pushed around by them is. I'll continue to have desires, of course, because I'm alive, but they'll be more modest in their demands.”

Quote by Sylvia Boorstein

Book:Pay Attention, for Goodness' Sake: Practicing the Perfections of the Heart--The Buddhist Path of Kindness
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Pay Attention, for Goodness' Sake: Practicing the Perfections of the Heart--The Buddhist Path of Kindness

This book explores the Buddhist concept of the perfections of the heart, focusing on the practice of kindness as a central aspect of spiritual development. It offers insights into the principles of mindfulness and compassion, providing readers with practical tools for integrating these teachings into daily life. more

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Sylvia Boorstein
Sylvia Boorstein

Sylvia Boorstein is an American author born in 1936. Her works mainly revolve around Buddhist philosophy and spiritual growth, which are highly appreciated by readers. more

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