The founder and leader of Buddhism, Gautam Buddha, has inspired millions with his views and principles. Even today, millions look up to his values of guidance in their lives.
Renouncing worldly pleasures, Gautam Buddha set out to achieve Nirvana and set out to preach his ideas to the people. Millions became his followers, as it was difficult for them to argue against the enlightened being.
The birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha varies from region to region due to different calendars. According to Japan, the birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha falls on 8th April. So to mark his birthday, we will be looking at some of his values and core principles.
- “Hatred does not cease by hatred, but only by love; this is the eternal rule.”
- Happiness never decreases by being shared.
- Be kind to all.
- Nobody is more deserving of your love than you yourself are.
- Choose your friends wisely.
Most people set out to resolve conflict by the principle of eye-for-an-eye. Gautam Buddha would say otherwise, as according to him hate should be replied with love. One should not hate the hatemonger but pity them for their lack of compassion. This simple change of perception can change how we treat our enemies and solve numerous turmoils.
One must not hoard wealth to maximise pleasure, but share it with others. Sharing your prosperity would only increase happiness as true joy can only be found in compassion. Donate your money whenever you can and try to give back to their community
It seems as if people have forgotten to be kind. We have over-complicated the world with issues and conflict, but the truth is really simple, which is to be kind. There in lies the answer to every conflict we have ever known in life.
Gautam Buddha was preaching self-love before the word got into trend. One cannot be happy in their life if they don’t love themselves. Find time to appreciate all you have achieved so far and learn to forgive yourself for your mistakes. Don’t bully yourself and make your life miserable.
One must surround themselves with people who improve and inspire themselves. Surrounding yourself with such individuals would help you to reach prominence.
Child Help Foundation greatly believes in the philosophy of Gautam Buddha and tries its best to live by his teachings. By following Gautam Buddha’s pathway, Child Help Foundation has helped 46,58,052 people.
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