Lessons from the Dalai Lama

You know, while Barack Obama is on his Excellent Adventure to the Old World, he should arrange a meeting with the Dalai Lama. Bill Clinton met with him. Bush has met with him at least four times.

With all the "confusion" over Obama's religion, wouldn't it be interesting if Obama were to convert to Buddhism? OhmiGod the fundies would have an aneurism. Imagine the possibilities.

I consider myself a Humanist/Atheist, and Buddhism is about the only "religion" that I would even consider converting to. If I had to. We still don't HAVE TO have a religion in the United States, do we?

Ran across these 10 Lessons from the Dalai Lama. There is some added commentary here.

“Take into account that great love and great achievements involve great risk.”

“When you lose, don’t lose the lesson.”

“When you realize you’ve made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.”

“Spend some time alone every day.”

“Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.”

“Share your knowledge. It is a way to achieve immortality.”

“Open your arms to change, but don’t let go of your values.”

“Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck.”

“A loving atmosphere in your home is the foundation for your life.”

“Be gentle with the earth.”

Read a little about Buddhism here. Read a lot about it here.