Bad promises are better broken than kept.
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Do not follow after the past; do not go forward to meet the future. Instead, just rest the mind naturally in the present awareness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Focus on the present moment rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future.
This quote emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and being present in the current moment. Gampopa suggests that true awareness and peace come from resting the mind in the present rather than being distracted by regrets of the past or anxieties about the future.
Themes
MindfulnessPresentAwarenessPastFuture
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a meditation workshop to encourage participants to focus on their breath.
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