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“People who know how to keep their mouths shut are rare.”

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Book:Counsels from My Heart

Source: Counsels from My Heart

“If you don’t have something nice to say, say something nice anyway.”

Religion Spirituality Compassion Kindness Buddhism Zen Right Speech

Book:Perfectly Ordinary: Buddhist Teachings for Everyday Life

Source: Perfectly Ordinary: Buddhist Teachings for Everyday Life

“Each of us can be a Bodhisattva of compassion. We can radiate calm during difficult situations. And we can offer healing words in times of distress. In this way, each time we speak with empathy, Kannon speaks through us.”

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Book:Perfectly Ordinary: Buddhist Teachings for Everyday Life

Source: Perfectly Ordinary: Buddhist Teachings for Everyday Life

“Brushing my teeth and rinsing my mouth, I vow to use truthful and loving speech. When my mouth is fragrant with right speech, a flower blooms in the garden of my heart.”

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Book:Present Moment Wonderful Moment (Revised Edition): Verses for Daily Living-Updated Third Edition

Source: Present Moment Wonderful Moment (Revised Edition): Verses for Daily Living-Updated Third Edition

“Be a light in the darkness. Speak healing words”

Religion Suffering Spirituality Darkness Buddhism Zen Right Speech

Book:Perfectly Ordinary: Buddhist Teachings for Everyday Life

Source: Perfectly Ordinary: Buddhist Teachings for Everyday Life