3 Things I Learned from Buddhism

I have read Buddhist literature for many years, and have practiced meditation as well. Here are three things I have learned from Buddhism that I believe are important to remember:

1. All things are impermanent. For example, there will never be a permanent political majority. The desire for permanence will lead to frustration, anger, and suffering.
   
2. All things are imperfect. For example, there will never be perfect legislation. The desire for perfection will only lead to frustration, anger, and suffering.
3. All things are interdependent. For example, you will never be completely independent of the other people and things around you. The desire for complete independence will only lead to frustration, anger and suffering.

I just wanted to pass along these lessons before I pass along.

Alex Budarin