A Life Of Pluses And Minuses

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"Life is like the tide," writes Venerable Master Hsing Yun, "rising and falling with its pluses and minuses." This reflects the Buddhist concept of impermanence, or constant change. The book addresses modern challenges such as the difficult job market, work-induced stress, environmental protection, and health, describing how hardship and sickness can be vehicles for a better life. In the essays in this book, the Master demonstrates with warmth and wisdom how to put the Buddha's teachings into practice in order to be a positive and productive force in the world. He addresses modern challenges such as the difficult jo . market, work-induced stress, environmental protection, and health. In each instance, we are encouraged to approach our experiences with a mind to foster compassion and find joy. Master Hsing Yun writes about the potential of "one seed," and how hardship and sickness can be vehicles for a better life: "Without suffering," he quotes, "one cannot attain Buddhahood." These simple essays contain fascinating illustrations and tidbits of historical fact. Information on pioneering Chinese monastics like Xuanzhang and Fahsien; glimpses of the life of the Buddha; lessons learned from the history of China; references to the fabled Shaolin Monastery-the Master weaves together modern life and ancient wisdom into a fabric of challenge and encouragement.

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