“A scholar tries to learn something everyday; a student of Buddhism tries to unlearn something daily.”
— Alan Watts
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Learning can be like collecting knowledge, as scholars do by studying new facts and ideas every day. However, Buddhists focus on letting go of old beliefs and thoughts each day. It's like carrying a heavy backpack that you gradually empty to feel lighter, rather than filling it with more items. For example, imagine a person trying to become wiser. They not only read books and gather information but also work on forgetting negative ideas like envy or anger to find inner peace. In daily life, this means practicing mindfulness and reflection to release harmful habits and thoughts, freeing themselves from mental clutter and finding calmness. This approach can help anyone live a simpler, more peaceful life by focusing on what truly matters.
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