-—Matthieu Ricard, Buddhist Monk and Molecular Biology PhD, in his book of conversations with his philosopher father, "The Monk and the Philosopher"
Upon stumbling on these wise words, it has caused me to reflect on my current life.
First thought that cross my mind was-- I am busy. How can I say that I am lazy?
Here is why.
First kind of laziness - physically stagnant or spending time on sleeping, eating and activities that cause procrastination and negligence in essential things.
Antidote: "reflect on death and the impermanent nature of everything. We never know when we're going to die or what circumstances are going to lead to our death. So there isn't a moment to lose in getting down to what's really essential" --- What are the essentials, i wonder.
Second kind of laziness - settling for comfort when there can be much more to attain. Solely because "Someone like me will never manage to perfect themselves". Laziness to make an effort.
Antidote: "reflect on the benefits that such inner transformation will bring".--- How should I perfect myself, what is my path, what transformation I want, i exclaimed.
Third kind of laziness - over focusing on secondary matters and details but neglecting the core matters/ the essentials/ what really matters.
Antidote: "what gives life its meaning"--- I do not know!!!!!!
Reading this, I am lazy in a way, hiding myself in secondary importance and remaining in my comfort zone, as life is easier that way. However, looking back in life, would that be what you want? Would you be contented? What do I want to achieve? How I want to give my life its meaning? I have yet to explore....
