‘Zi Du Du Ren’ is the mission of Ren Xue and in Ren Xue it is regarded as the ultimate way of realizing the purpose of life. The literal translation, “Help yourself, help others” clearly establishes the importance of including both components for the benefit of ourselves and others. It is crucial to uplift our own Jingshen if we are to help others safely and effectively. At the same time, this is not a one-way process as helping others is essential for uplifting ourselves. In accordance with the law of life we are all connected, and in helping one another grow, we help to uplift the level of society as a whole.
Yuan Tze on How to Deal with Anxiety
Trust and openness are antidotes for anxiety. If you need an easier way to access them, try acceptance. If acceptance is difficult, try allowing. Allowing is a preventive measure. Allowing is creating the space for everything to be what they are. When we have allowed...