Five Precepts for 2016

I have been struggling as of late. Old demons have reemerged. My strength has waned in these fights. I can't win when I fight them. And I have now realized that I will not fight them, for that is the problem as it gives them strength. I will embrace the middle way. I will be free. 

I will use Buddhism and what I have learned of it to guide my way for I cannot do it when I am lost. My inner strength yearns to be found. It cries out to me. I will love again.

The Five Precepts for this year:

Chant - for the focus; to stay in the present; the exercise for my spirit

Tinker - to keep your mind active; to stay creative; to find the combinations that my mind must find 

Realize your mortality - for the strength to stay humble

Help others - to realize your true power; to have the ultimate respect for yourself and therefor others; to connect and deepen the potential for your love

Love - to power all of this