Child, if you are distracted by external activities, you should focus your mind inward.

Child, if your meditation becomes foggy and dull, merge your awareness with the sky.

Child, if you are tired and bored with the practice, relax your mind in the deep nature.

Child, if your mind is scattered, be in a state of “single thought.”

Child, if your practice is increasing, there is no other commitment needed.

Child, if grasping obscures your view, don’t be timid about cutting it away.

Child, keep the Lama in your heart all the time, and all good qualities will come naturally.

Child, give up worldly concerns and focus on the practice.

Child, all the beings of the six realms are our parents; therefore, do not forsake your compassion for them.

Child, all the activities of this world have no meaning; therefore, don’t get carried away by them.

-- Mahasiddha Padampa Sangye