Who is your enemy?
“Who is your enemy? Mind is your enemy. No one can harm you more than your own untamed mind. And who is your friend? Mind is your friend. No one can help you more than your own mind, wisely trained.”
— Buddha
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March 22, 2024 at 9:03 am