We live in illusion and the appearance of things. There is a reality. We are that reality. When you understand this, you see that you are nothing, and being nothing, you are everything. That is all. Author unknown but found via BigHappyBuddha.com
Develop the mind of equilibrium. You will always be getting praise and blame, but do not let either affect the poise of the mind: follow the calmness, the absence of pride.
-Sutta Nipata
James: This second quote reminds me of a refrain from the Desiradata poem:
If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons then yourself.
-Peace to all beings-
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