Buddhism

from the books. The center is not that big and Gelshe wrote a lot of books. They wouldn't even have room for other ones. And the woman also said that they like following one tradition just like Tibetans probably only follow Tibetan teachings even thought they all come from the same Buddha. No one ever says you can't read other people's books and I've talked about things I've learned from other sources a lot since I am very new to Buddhism and no one has a problem with it The woman also said that like other situations in life if we are to achieve true happiness or enlightenment we have to practice patience and non-judgmental thinking. This made a lot of sense since after I spoke with them I felt at peace again where before I had some uncomfortable feelings.

One thing that Geshla did that I am grateful for and I believe helps people a lot is create centers in 1500 different places around the world, (not sure of the number but I remember being shocked at how many he created). This has allowed people like me from a small place in SW Florida to have a center to go to. Before I found this center I just read books and didn't really learn all the wonderful things I have learned by just going to teachings at the center. Like last night the teaching was on how to not be lonely. She said that the way to do this was not to find people because we've all had the feeling of loneliness when in the presence of other people but to develop a caring heart for all people and to wish everyone else happiness and freedom from suffering. I learned this in a different class and have been practicing it just in my house and it really works. When you wish for happiness for other people you will feel happy and also not lonely.