[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fHWCTwZz0WZMmz9OHfsTxKynO0HDSNv5Q9r0wlWjsKes":3,"$fhvEDq7rbxm077av1cmBKrX0FEFMsOW5IIUlcUddgYMo":12},{"author":4,"tags":11},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":9,"bio_jsonld":9,"slug":10,"image_url":9},3242,"Shantideva","S",7,null,"shantideva",[],{"quotes":13,"pagination":143},[14,23,40,51,62,93,117],{"id":15,"quote_text":16,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":19,"source":20,"quote_tag":21,"commentary":22},824980,"Algunos me detestan, ¿por qué regocijarme cuando otros me elogian? Otros me ensalzan, ¿por qué deprimirme cuando otros me desprecian? Los seres sensibles tienen diversas preferencias, ni siquiera los vencedores podrían satisfacerlos a todos, ¿cómo podría hacerlo yo que no tengo la sabiduría? Por tanto, ¿a qué preocuparme por las opiniones de la gente?.",2,false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nThis poignant reflection is attributed to Shantideva, an 8th-century Indian Buddhist master and poet. Little is known about his specific circumstances at the time of writing, but it's believed that he wrote these lines from the perspective of a monk who had been criticized for his unconventional teachings and ascetic lifestyle. The era in which Shantideva lived was marked by social and cultural upheaval, where religious leaders were often subject to scrutiny and criticism.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nOn the surface, this quote appears to be a simple expression of detachment from external validation. However, upon closer examination, it reveals a profound paradox: the speaker acknowledges that they cannot satisfy everyone's expectations or opinions, not even their own desires for praise or respect. This tension between the desire for external recognition and the impossibility of meeting those expectations speaks to the universal human struggle with self-worth.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset in your professional life, try reframing criticism as an inevitable aspect of taking risks and pursuing meaningful work. Rather than investing emotional energy into seeking validation from others, focus on developing a sense of purpose and fulfillment that is not dependent on external approval. By doing so, you'll cultivate a resilience that allows you to navigate the complexities of feedback and maintain your integrity in the face of uncertainty.",{"id":24,"quote_text":25,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":26,"source":27,"quote_tag":28,"commentary":39},778990,"Porque ha dicho el que explica la Verdad que todos los peligros aterradores y los incontables tormentos de éste y los otros mundos preceden por igual de pensamiento.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[29,34],{"id":30,"tag":31},3656743,{"id":32,"tag_name":33},38276,"verdad",{"id":35,"tag":36},3656742,{"id":37,"tag_name":38},160521,"pensamiento","**The Backstory**\n\nThis profound quote is attributed to Shantideva, an 8th-century Indian Buddhist sage and poet. It is likely taken from his seminal work, the \"Bodhicaryavatara\" (A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life), a foundational text on Mahayana Buddhism that continues to inspire contemplation and introspection worldwide.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nWhat many readers miss in this quote is the subtle yet crucial distinction between causality and simultaneity. Shantideva isn't merely saying that suffering originates from thought; he's pointing out that the causal chain of events leading to our present sufferings began with a mere thought, equating all subsequent troubles as equivalent in their genesis.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nTo apply this mindset today, acknowledge and scrutinize your thoughts, recognizing that even seemingly innocuous mental wanderings can set off a chain reaction leading to future difficulties. By cultivating mindfulness of the ephemeral nature of thoughts, you'll develop an early warning system for potential pitfalls, allowing you to intervene proactively and avoid creating downstream problems.\n\nIn the context of modern professional or creative life, this means being vigilant about mental distractions, whether they stem from anxiety about a looming deadline, fear of failure, or even fleeting musings on social media. By recognizing the nascent thought patterns that may eventually manifest as obstacles, you can proactively address them before they escalate into significant challenges.",{"id":41,"quote_text":42,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":43,"source":44,"quote_tag":45,"commentary":9},553918,"Where would I find enough leatherTo cover the entire surface of the earth?But with leather soles beneath my feet,It’s as if the whole world has been covered.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[46],{"id":47,"tag":48},2999735,{"id":49,"tag_name":50},2982,"buddhism",{"id":52,"quote_text":53,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":54,"source":55,"quote_tag":56,"commentary":9},428145,"All that may be wished for, will by nature fade to nothing.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[57],{"id":58,"tag":59},2464180,{"id":60,"tag_name":61},1325,"inspirational-life",{"id":63,"quote_text":64,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":65,"source":66,"quote_tag":67,"commentary":9},374722,"If the problem can be solved why worry? If the problem cannot be solved worrying will do you no good.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[68,73,78,83,88],{"id":69,"tag":70},2193304,{"id":71,"tag_name":72},882,"worry",{"id":74,"tag":75},2193301,{"id":76,"tag_name":77},2269,"problem",{"id":79,"tag":80},2193302,{"id":81,"tag_name":82},2274,"solve",{"id":84,"tag":85},2193303,{"id":86,"tag_name":87},2588,"stress",{"id":89,"tag":90},2193300,{"id":91,"tag_name":92},6607,"buddha",{"id":94,"quote_text":95,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":96,"source":97,"quote_tag":98,"commentary":9},161008,"We who are like senseless children shrink from suffering, but love its causes. We hurt ourselves; our pain is self-inflicted! Why should others be the object of our anger?",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[99,104,109,114],{"id":100,"tag":101},1037712,{"id":102,"tag_name":103},185,"desire",{"id":105,"tag":106},1037708,{"id":107,"tag_name":108},402,"anger",{"id":110,"tag":111},1037714,{"id":112,"tag_name":113},2143,"suffering",{"id":115,"tag":116},1037710,{"id":49,"tag_name":50},{"id":118,"quote_text":119,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":120,"author":121,"source":122,"quote_tag":123,"commentary":142},9019,"What need is there to say more?The childish work for their own benefit,The Buddhas work for the benefit of others.Just look at the difference between them.If I do not exchange my happiness, for the suffering of others, I shall not attain the state of Buddhahood.And even in Samsara I shall have no real joy. The source of all misery in the world lies in thinking of oneself;The source of all happiness lies in thinking of others.",true,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[124,129,134,137],{"id":125,"tag":126},65578,{"id":127,"tag_name":128},18,"happiness",{"id":130,"tag":131},65579,{"id":132,"tag_name":133},23,"joy",{"id":135,"tag":136},65581,{"id":112,"tag_name":113},{"id":138,"tag":139},65577,{"id":140,"tag_name":141},13900,"buddhahood","**The Backstory**\n\nThis profound passage is attributed to Shantideva, an 8th-century Indian Buddhist master and author of the influential treatise \"The Way of the Bodhisattva.\" Written during a time of great turmoil in India, when Buddhism was facing intense persecution and cultural upheaval, Shantideva's work offered a beacon of hope and compassion to his fellow practitioners. In this context, he writes about the transformative power of shifting one's focus from personal gain to the well-being of others.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nAt first glance, the quote appears to be advocating for selfless behavior as the path to enlightenment. However, upon closer examination, it reveals a more nuanced message: the distinction between childish and enlightened behavior lies not in their motivations, but in their orientation towards the world. While the \"childish\" individual seeks personal happiness at all costs, the Bodhisattva (enlightened being) knows that true joy can only arise from embracing the suffering of others.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nIn today's fast-paced professional environments, where competition and self-promotion often reign supreme, Shantideva's words offer a radical yet liberating alternative: prioritize the well-being of those around you, and in doing so, cultivate genuine happiness and fulfillment. By embracing this mindset, individuals can break free from the cycle of ego-driven striving and tap into a deeper sense of purpose and joy that arises from connecting with others.",{"currentPage":144,"totalPages":144,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":145},1,10]