The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World

by Dalai Lama XIV

“Envy toward the above, competitiveness toward the equal, and contempt toward the lower.”

The depth of our suffering can also result in the height of our joy.

“Compassion is a sense of concern that arises when we are confronted with another’s suffering and feel motivated to see that suffering relieved.”

Now ask yourself: “What is my heart’s desire? What do I wish for myself, for my loved ones, and for the world?”

the trauma is significant, there is no going back to the relationship that you had before, but there is the opportunity for a new relationship. When we renew relationships, we can benefit from healing our family or community. When we release the relationship, we can move on, especially if we can truly wish the best for the person who has harmed us, and recognize that they, like us, simply want to avoid suffering and be happy in their life.