Tibetan Buddhist Lamrim: The Advantages of Cherishing Others

In the pursuit of self, we overlook the path to true fulfillment: embracing the joy of cherishing others above ourselves.

Self-centeredness and Prioritizing Personal Desires

A self-centered person creates a reality that revolves around themselves. Every event, every conversation, every moment of daily life is judged either good, bad, or unimportant based totally on how it effects the individual.

It’s an individualistic perspective that places personal welfare and desires ahead of the well-being of others. This mindset is characterized by a relentless pursuit of personal satisfaction, generally at the expense of communal welfare, and often without regard to the impact on others.

Individuals typically dedicate their existence to seeking personal joy, occasionally allowing others to partake in their journey, yet predominantly with a focus on their own happiness. Their every thought and action is driven by personal desires and the strategies to achieve these aspirations.