14 Quotes by Lodro Rinzler

One way to think of this dignity is to equate when you are on the path with unraveling a ball of yarn. You have wound your sense of self so tightly that it's hard to be anything other than you, a big ball of yarn. That's just who you are, not string, or threads, but a ball of yarn.

I have found that this is pretty radical notion for anyone who was raised with a strong Christian background. Within that religious tradition there is an emphasis on original sin, which dictates that we area bacically not good at all but must work for our salvation. Within the Buddhist tradition we are saying the opposite: actually you are basically good. You are basically wise. You are basically kind. You just need to discover that truth and develop confidence in it.

Generosity is based in knowing what you are capable of giving, and going just a little beyond that.

With care and consideration of your partner, falling in love does not have to be such a roller coaster; we just have to learn to handle our expectations.

Knowing your intention is key in all things.

I can’t overestimate the importance of accepting ourselves exactly as we are right now, not as we wish we were or think we ought to be.”8.

There is a fine line between being selfish – when your motivation is to do anything possible to make sure you come out on top – and taking care of yourself so you can be of assistance to others. You have to take care of yourself, or you can’t continue to be helpful to others.

That is the purpose of meditation practice: to become more present and aware of every aspect of our life.

If you can smile in the face of uncertainty, you are well trained.