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When unhealthy addiction sets in,ahead lies days of much suffering.

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Be free from superstition, greed or worryby purifying the mind diligently

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Anger is a serious mental poisonthat can lead one to unwholesome action

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When there is no wisdom and mindfulnessone can indulge in acts of foolishness

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One who is careful, heedful and mindfulwill free himself from what can be painful

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Beware of thoughts of anger or hateCast them away before it’s too late

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Mindlessness and foolishness is everywhereTrain the mind very well…always act with care

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The foolish one lets his body ‘grow and grow’His health’s in danger…he doesn’t care or know

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What you desire may not come by

Knowing this, wise ones don’t

cry or sigh

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Beware of the expressions you wearThey can tell whether you really care

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Listening wellwith good attentionis needed to prevent frustration

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When there is ignorance or not knowingthe mind can go into states of worrying

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Beware of the state of stupid greedIt can lead to great suffering indeed

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So many rationalize their bad habitBefore long the mind will become very weak

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It is good to be patient and

creativeIt’ll help the mind to stay

positive

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Do we always think before we act?Many lack mindfulness…it’s a fact

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Wise ones seek refuge in wisdom and mindfulnessThis is the Way

to true Peace, Joy

and Happiness

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Do be mindful of what goes on in the mindBad thoughts lead to pain, it’s a matter of time

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Be wise when to listen, when to speakThis bit of good advice we must heed

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Thinking out wisely before doing anythingis important to lessen untold suffering

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It is important to learn the ways to beat stressGreed, anger and ego will lead us to a mess

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When the mind harbors wrong view and delusion,much suffering will come from our action

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The End

May Humor keep your blues awayeach and everyday come what may!

With Metta,Bro. Oh Teik Bin