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4 REFLECTIONS- 4 BHAVANA
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1) Maitri Bhavana (Thinking of a Friendship) Lord Mahavira said that we must be friends to all living beings.
The feeling of friendship brings love and respect for others.
Thank you for all you
do.
Be Friends!
2) Pramod Bhavana (Thinking of Appreciation) We should admire the virtures of our friends, spiritual leaders and Arihants. One of the most destructive forces in our lives is jealousy.
Thank you! 3) Karuna Bhavana (Thinking of Compassion) Many of our friends may be in trouble or may need help. Be compassionate and try to help.
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Be helpful! 4) Madhyastha Bhavana (Thinking of staying neutral or uninvolved) Sometimes things work out favorable and sometimes unfavorable.
By observing Madhyastha Bhavana you will remain in equanimity and avoid provoking turmoil in your mind.
Stop Fighting!
