I Have Learned…I Have Learned…

I've learned....That the best classroom in the world is

at the feet of a wise person.

I've learned....That praise and blame are inevitable in

samsaric life.

I've learned....That in life there must be moments of solitude

and companionship.

I've learned....That being kind is more important than being

right.

I've learned....That you should never

say "no" to a gift from a child.

I've learned....That I can always pray for someone when I don't have the strength to help him in

some other way.

I've learned....That no matter what life’s

problems are, they too must pass away.

I've learned....That love, care and

understanding are virtues.

I've learned....That simple walks with

contemplation in nature can work wonders.

I've learned....That gain and loss, pleasure

and pain are inevitable.

I've learned....That money doesn't

buy true peace.

I've learned....That small daily

happenings in life can teach me so much.

I've learned....That some things happen even if I

don’t want them to.

I've learned....That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that

person continue to hurt you.

I've learned....That loving-kindness and compassion will

heal wounds.

I've learned....That for me to grow I must

associate with the wise and not the fools.

I've learned....That everyone you meet deserves to be greeted

with a smile.

I've learned....That no one is

perfect … I must therefore forgive.

I've learned....That life is tough, but I'm tougher.

I've learned....That obstacles can be

surmounted with patience and persistence.

I've learned....That when you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.

I've learned....That I owe so much to so many

who have crossed my life …gratitude I must show before

it’s too late.

I've learned....That one should refrain from lying, slander, harsh speech

and gossip.

I've learned....That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.

I've learned....That I can't choose how I feel, but I can choose

what I do about it.

I've learned....That everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the

happiness and growth occurs while you're climbing it.

I've learned ...That it is best to give advice at the right time, under the

right circumstances and in the right way.

I've learned....That I must put down the

burden or let go when wisdom says so.

When LIFE LESSONS we learn and truly know,

our compassion and wisdom will grow.

TheEnd