The world of Tzu Chi (Vol.106)

51 TZU CHI 106 irror of the Heart By Master Cheng Yen Drawing by Lee Wee Chong W e are all concerned about the course of our own lives, but there are many things that are beyond our control. When we are riding on a train, we cannot simply get off the train whenever we want to, nor can we stay on the train once we reach the last stop. As human beings, from the day we are born, certain parts of our journey have already been determined. Therefore, in life, we must always adapt to our conditions while seizing every moment. We must develop our pure potential for goodness, not give rise to afflictions for the sake of this impure body. With each affliction we accumulate, we lose a bit of wisdom. Life Is Like a Train Ride * This article is extracted from the book “Mirror of the Heart”.