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Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda Make goals. Whether big or small, work toward realizing them. You must be serious about and dedicated to your goals-you‚'ll get nowhere if you just treat them like jokes. An earnest, dedicated spirit shines like a diamond and moves people‚'s hearts. That is because a brilliant flame burns within. If we are sincere, people will understand our intentions, and our positive qualities will shine forth. It is pointless to be caught up in outward appearances. The German poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe writes: "How may one get to know oneself? Never by contemplation, only, indeed, by action. Seek to do your duty, and you will know at once how it is with you." << Yesterday Today Tomorrow >>These excerpts are from "Buddhism Day by Day: Wisdom for Modern Life " by Daisaku Ikeda. This book is available for purchase at the online store Online Bookstore or your local SGI-USA Community Center bookstore. |
