Why Not Say & Do What You Really Want?

What if you said what you really want to say?
What if you did what you really want to do?
Will the world become a better place?

If the world will not become a better place,
there is something wrong with what you are thinking of saying and doing.
If so, why not change your mind now?

If the world will become a better place,
there is nothing wrong with what you are thinking of saying and doing.
If so, why not say and do it now?

With deeds of Loving-kindness, I purify my body.
With open-handed Generosity, I purify my body.
With Stillness, Simplicity and Contentment, I purify my body.
With Truthful Communication, I purify my speech.
With Mindfulness clear and radiant, I purify my mind.

– The Positive Precepts

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