In villages, monasteries, caves and such places —
Wherever we might stay — let us not look for close friendship,
But with whomever we become acquainted, be neither too intimate nor too hostile.
‘To remain self-reliant’ is my heart advice.

Longchenpa

Thirty Pieces of Heart Advice

translated by Daniela Hartmann


source: http://www.lotsawahouse.org/tibetan-masters/longchen-rabjam/30-stanzas-of-advice


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