Message to my friend Jan

I follow a set of simple guidelines that are similar to those of many wisdom teachers. They include:

Respect myself and others.
Seek the truth.
Keep an open mind.
Learn from everything.
Do what works.
Accept that the things that disappoint me aren't personal, they're just life happening.
Laugh as much as possible.
Play as much as possible.
Judge as little as possible.
Become harmonious with life rather than trying to control it.
Develop as much skill as possible and be ready to surf when the wave comes up.
Be mindful that this is the moment we have.
Be mindful that this moment counts- it's not a dress rehearsal.
Learn not to fear being vulnerable.

Whatever enlightenment I've attained is because of being determined and refusing to give up the search.

Owen