Dr. Energy believes that world peace is possible now, but only if all humans have true compassion in their hearts. Each of us must care deeply about every other person on earth. But how can we open our hearts in this way?
The Dalai Lama recently shared a simple practice that will increase love and compassion in the world. Dr. Energy urges you to share the Dalai Lama's practice with as many people as you can.
The Practice:
1. Spend 5 minutes at the beginning of each day remembering we all want the same things (to be happy and be loved) and we are all connected to one another.
2. Spend 5 minutes -- breathing in - cherishing yourself; and, breathing out - cherishing others. If you think about people you have difficulty cherishing, extend your cherishing to them anyway.
3. During the day extend that attitude to everyone you meet. Practice cherishing the "simplest" person (clerks, attendants, etc.), as well as the "important" people in your life; cherish the people you love and the people you dislike.
4. Continue this practice no matter what happens or what anyone does to you.
These thoughts are very simple, inspiring and helpful. The practice of cherishing can be taken very deeply if done wordlessly, allowing yourself to feel the love and appreciation that already exists in your heart.