This samsara (world appearance) is nothing but the mind filled with likes and dislikes; when it is free of them, world-appearance too comes to an end.
(p. 107)
There is no bondage here other than craving for acquisition and the anxiety to avoid what one considers undesirable. Do not succumb to such anxiety and do not let acquisition of what is considered desirable be your goal: giving up both these attitudes, rest in what remains.
(p. 211)
As long as you are embodied, live without being swayed by likes and dislikes, attraction and aversion, in conformity with the standards of the community in which you live, but without any desires and cravings.
(p. 196)
Paraphrased:Likes and dislikes are conjured up by the imagination. They can be destroyed by the absence of thoughts.
(p. 340)
The contented heart is ready for enlightenment.
(p. 535)
Everything has to be what it is and it is impossible to have it any other way.
(p. 571)
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