A person I met tonight got me interested in a book by the Dalai Lama called The Art of Happiness at Work.
The Dalai Lama emphasizes the importance of basic human values such as kindness, tolerance, compassion, honesty, and forgiveness as the source of human happiness. He advocates for the cultivation of warm-heartedness and human values, referring to them as secular ethics or universal values. The Dalai Lama is committed to promoting these values and encouraging harmony among the world’s religious traditions. He also urges balance and self-awareness, stating that it is a mistake to rely on work as the only source of satisfaction. Additionally, he highlights the significance of compassion and love, and the practice of tolerance in overcoming challenges and improving one’s mind. The Dalai Lama’s message is closely aligned with the idea that practicing altruism and compassion is the real source of compromise and cooperation, and that love and compassion are the ultimate sources of human happiness[1][2][4][6].
The Dalai Lama’s advice and teachings reflect a deep understanding of human nature and the importance of fostering a compassionate and self-aware society. His emphasis on promoting human values and the need for balance and self-awareness in life resonates with individuals across different cultures and backgrounds.
Citations:
[1] https://www.dalailama.com/the-dalai-lama/biography-and-daily-life/three-main-commitments
[2] https://www.dalailama.com/messages/compassion-and-human-values/compassion
[3] https://livelovesimple.com/sacrifice-health-make-money/
[4] https://www.dalailama.com/messages/world-peace/the-medicine-of-altruism
[5] https://addicted2success.com/success-advice/the-dalai-lamas-18-rules-for-successful-living/
[6] https://savetibet.org/hhdl-promotion-of-human-values/
[7] https://www.amazon.com/Emotional-Awareness-Overcoming-Psychological-Compassion/dp/0805087125
[8] https://news.emory.edu/stories/2013/10/er_dalai_lama_talk_at_gwinnett/index.html
[9] https://www.forbes.com/sites/rasmushougaard/2019/03/22/the-dalai-lamas-advice-for-leaders-today/