Daily Encouragement: Quotes From my Buddhist Mentor

A daily dose of wisdom

Life is constant challenge. We exert ourselves, learn and adapt. It is the continuation of this process that leads to a victorious life.

— Daisaku Ikeda (from Quotations by Daisaku Ikeda)

Conquering our own weaknesses, sloth, and resistance to change and growth is where our true challenges lie. It’s a daily battle to fight our inner resistance to doing something valuable with our lives.

I have accomplished 1000 followers on Medium and I’m grateful for all the kind and generous interest in my work. It encourages me to dig even deeper for whatever gems (or germs) I have yet to share.

This holiday I am savoring my successes, and planning for what’s next. I am looking forward to another year with you all. Happy writing, and happiest of New Year’s to you my dear readers.