The Wheel of Life in Buddhism Buddha's Advice: Attain Liberation From the Wheel of Existence and Suffering To Attain Nirvana   There is no way to happiness. Happiness is the way. The mind is the source of happiness and unhappiness. Buddha     Buddha taught that "the one who has conquered himself is a far greater hero than he who defeated a thousand times a thousand men." He recognized the ego presence that feels threatened by and therefore fears the truth. This mental power is resisting the simple spiritual act of shining the light of consciousness toward your ultimate inner source.     Every step towards your Higher Self open new horizons of Eternity. VadiK Inventor Author Founder   Buddha observed that the ego is fearful of its own demise – and will fight hard to preserve its groundling. We should learn how to conquer these fears within us that resist change.   Spiritual Growth and Facing Reality Unafraid     Lama Surya Das, in his article Awakening the Buddha Within, puts it this way: "As you walk the inner path of awakening, recognize that it is most definitely a heroic journey. You must be prepared to make sacrifices, and yes, you must be prepared to change. Just as a caterpillar must shed its familiar cocoon in order to become a butterfly and fly, you must be willing to change and shed the hard armor of self-centered egotism. As compelling as the inner journey is, it can be difficult because it brings you face to face with reality. It brings you face to face with who you really are."   Your Higher Purpose Your Higher Self Karma Be a Loving Creator Highersight Higher Creativity Self-Futuring You Can Fly Be a GREATbody   For our life to be of value, I think we must develop basic good human qualities – warmth, kindness, compassion. Then our life becomes meaningful, and more peaceful – happier. Dalai Lama XIV Day by day, your fate gives you nothing but an opportunity to grow wiser, stronger and kinder. Realize this, and you will transform your life. VadiK Inventor Author Founder Slides   Life Design   Notes