Peace and education 1

His Holiness the Dalai Lama has been given an award for his contributions toward the promotion of peace whilst in Poland. When giving a talk, he reportedly mentioned several factors…

* that the true point of education is to lead a consequential and contented life, which floods out to family, society and humanity as a whole.
* that moral values bring about a compassionate person who will be happier.
* that compassionate and tender education leads to inner fortitude, self-confidence, and openness.

These points confirm my belief that the education currently given within schools today is somewhat lacking. It was not until long after having left school that I learned lessons of value, such as compassion and peace. Algebra, road-running, and typing classes would hardly lead one to such an outcome.

As I said in my last sharing, recently taking the Karma course from ACI Buddhist studies offered me the opportunity to learn something of great value. I was able to use what I had learned and live from a brand new understanding and viewpoint.

This study has led me to inner peace through acceptance of situations I formerly found difficult or unfair, the ability to assist others who are also in these situations with me, rather than scream for aid from them, and the wisdom to act correctly in order to manufacture far less detrimental karma.