Daily Encouragement

Posted on August 21, 2016 by SGI-USA Austin

Those who say “I’ll do it,” who are willing to take on a challenge even if they are alone, are true winners. The determination, the commitment to take action yourself, is the force that leads to victory. As Buddhism teaches in the principle of a life-moment possesses three thousand realms, our mind or attitude can change everything.

Daily Quote

Posted on August 21, 2016 by SGI-USA Austin

“The heart is what is important.” There is nothing more vulnerable, nothing more corruptible than the human mind; nor is there anything as powerful, steadfast and ennobling.

from ikedaquotes.org

Daily Encouragement

Posted on August 20, 2016 by SGI-USA Austin

To be fearless no matter what happens–that is the root of true happiness. To move forward resolutely regardless of what lies in store–that is the spirit, the resolve, that leads to human victory. But if we allow ourselves to be disturbed by petty criticism and slander, if we fear pressure and persecution, we will never advance or create anything of lasting value.