Monday, September 1, 2008

Hamburg Sauna Etiquette

The 5 Mindfulness Trainings

THE FIRST TRAINING

AWARENESS

Aware of the suffering caused by the destruction of life, I am committed to cultivating compassion and learning ways to protect the lives of people, animals, plants and minerals. I am determined not to kill, not to let others kill, and do not condone no act of killing in the world, in thoughts and in my way of life.

ACCORDING TO TRAINING

AWARENESS

Aware of the suffering caused by exploitation, social injustice, stealing and oppression, I am committed to cultivating loving kindness and learning ways to work for the welfare of humans, animals, plants and minerals. I will practice generosity by sharing my time, my energy and my material resources with those in real need. I am determined not to steal and not to possess anything that should belong to others. Will respect the property of others, but should prevent others from profiting from human suffering or the suffering of other species on Earth.

TRAINING THE THIRD

AWARENESS

Aware of the suffering caused by sexual misconduct, I am committed to cultivating responsibility and learning ways to protect the security and integrity of individuals, couples, families and society. I am determined not to engage in sexual relations without love and long-term commitment to maintain the happiness of myself and others, I am determined to respect my commitments and the commitments of others. I will do whatever is in my power to protect children from sexual abuse and to prevent couples and families to break because of sexual misconduct.

Fourth Mindfulness Training

Aware of the suffering caused by the inability to speak unconscious and listen to others, I am committed to cultivating the word loving deep listening to bring joy and happiness to others and relieve their suffering. Knowing that words can create happiness or suffering, I am determined to speak truthfully, with words that inspire self-confidence, joy and hope. Do not spread news that I can not be certain and not criticize or condemn things of which I'm not sure. I will refrain from uttering words that can cause division or discord, or that could cause rifts in the family or community. I am determined to make every effort to reconcile and resolve all conflicts, however small.

Fifth Mindfulness Training

Aware of the suffering caused by the unwitting consumer, I am committed to cultivating a good both physical and mental health for myself, for my family and my society by practicing eating, drinking and responsible consumption. IngerirĂ² only substance that keeps the peace, prosperity and joy in my body and my consciousness, and in the collective body and consciousness of my family and society. I am determined not to use alcohol or other intoxicant or to ingest foods or other substances that contain toxins, as well as certain TV programs, magazines, books, films and conversations. I am aware that to damage my body or my consciousness with these poisons is to betray my ancestors, my parents, my society and future generations. I will work to transform violence, fear, anger and confusion in myself and in society, by practicing a diet for myself and for society, I understand that a proper diet is essential for personal transformation and the transformation of society.

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