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“We choose ignorance because we can. We choose awareness because we can. Samsara and nirvana are simply different points of view based on the choices we make in how to examine and understand our experience. There’s nothing magical about nirvana and nothing bad or wrong about samsara. If you’re determined to think of yourself as limited, fearful, vulnerable, or scarred by past experience, know only that you have chosen to do so, and that the opportunity to experience yourself differently is always available.”

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Book:The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness
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The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness

This book explores the nature of happiness, offering practical advice and insights drawn from both personal experiences and scientific studies. It aims to help readers unlock the secrets to a joyful life. more

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Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche
Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche

Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche is a renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher and author, born in 1975. He is recognized for his engaging teachings that blend traditional Buddhist wisdom with contemporary life. more

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