After first generating aspiration bodhicitta, we then focus on cultivating that mind and following the path to its perfection. With this prayer, we commit to engage in action bodhicitta with our body, speech and mind from now until we achieve buddhahood. Slowly and gently, we need to change our negative thoughts into new habits. This requires a process of mindfulness and discipline. Sitting in meditation for one hour does not constitute discipline. Rather, we must apply a continuous and steady effort to avoid actions such as the ten non-virtues.

-- Khenchen Konchok Gyaltsen Rinpoche