Learn that backward step that turns your light inwardly to illuminate yourself.
― Zen Koan (via elige)
(Source: nirvikalpa)
By Thich Nhat Hanh
-First Training-
Aware of the suffering caused by the destruction of life, I am committed to cultivating compassion and learning ways to protect the lives of people, animals, plants, and minerals. I am determined not to kill, not to let others kill, and not to condone any…
(Source: lucifelle)