My rebellious nature is the addict in me, the one that chases pleasure which leads eventually to NO joy for me, only pain.

The wise, mindful quality, in me, pauses and chooses with kindness. That’s the Bodhisattva essence inside weighing and measuring her actions, thoughts and words with careful investigation and rigorous honesty.

Inquiry and right action with compassion lead me to freedom within the structure of my ethics, values, beliefs and vision I have for myself.