Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
October 1, 2017
October 1, 2017
Time is constantly passing, one moment following fast upon the other.
That's why it's so important to press forward boldly,
without complaining or fretting.
The person who looks to the future and keeps moving ahead is eternally youthful.
Such a person's heart is filled with flowers and shines brilliantly.
Hello friends!
This week I started a new and thrilling job.
Once again, I am working with my beloved seniors.
Last week, before I began my new job, I spent Sunday morning chanting a three hour toso.
(Nam-myoho-renge-kyo over and over and over!)
I've written several blogs about how to chant for longer times. I recommend making yourself comfortable, having drinks nearby, turning off your phone, and inviting your friends to join you.
Also, you may want to keep a journal nearby to write your insights and the things that come into your mind. By writing down your "to-do list" you can clear your mind to focus on your prayer.
On Sunday I was chanting from my heart to connect to every single person who was also chanting in front of their Gohonzons...and for our unity to unite the world.
Here is the focus of my prayer:
PowerPrayer for a Powerful Life
Life!
I am more determined than ever to accomplish my human revolution.
I am determined to see my life more clearly than ever, and to have to courage to make the changes I need and want to make.
I'm determined to correct my faults,
and to end any form of self-slander
(self-criticism, self-anger, and any kind of discouragement).
I now have the courage to see the truth in my life and follow MY truth for my highest good, and the good of all.
In this world, where there is so much ignorance and delusion, I am determined to see the truth and make the best cause for my happiness and the good of all at all times.
I'm determined to see the beauty and joy in every single moment!
I'm determined to create unity at my job and to be kosen-rufu in action! I'm determined not to complain about anything, and to take each challenge straight to the Gohonzon and chant, chant, chant! I will appreciate everything, and love, love, love myself!
And I began my job with energy and happiness.
Our daimoku is so powerful!
Today at kosen-rufu gongyo, the speaker talked about our 249 day journey to 50,000 youthful lions for kosen-rufu gathering in America next year. He said he was dusting off the dream he'd shelved, and he was using this campaign, and his prayers and actions towards it to fuel his dream.
Perfect. This is an opportunity for all of us. We can use this momentous goal to recommit to OUR goals, re-dream our dreams and make them a reality. We can do it. Now, more than ever, let's make every daimoku count, and be the happiest beacons of light we can possibly be!
