The document discusses the transformation of the mind from a self-centered to an altruistic perspective. It argues that (1) only you can transform your own mind, as others cannot transform your mind for you, and (2) while you cannot transform others' minds, you can assist them in transforming their own minds if they are determined to do so. It provides guidance on transforming the mind through developing conviction in interdependence and cultivating compassionate practices.

1. T r a n s f o r m a t i o n o f M i n d
Reality : Interdependence
Ignorance Wisdom
(Care for the happiness of yourself only) (Care for the happiness of others)
Self-centered mind : Altruistic mind (Reason):
*Attachment *Compassion
*Arrogance *Warm-heart
*Greed…etc. *Gentleness…etc.
Destructive emotion : Calm mind :
Mind *Anger, Hatred
*Jealousy
*Peace of mind
*Friendship Flow
*Fear, Sorrow…etc. *Cooperation…etc.
Negative motivation Positive motivation
Negative karma Positive karma
Negative consequence Benefit
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2. Contents
1. Only you can transform your mind.
2. You never can transform others’ mind.
3. How to deal with wrong dreamers
4. How to transform our mind
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3. 1. Only you can transform your mind.
1. Only your consciousness can transform your mind.
Nobody else can do it.
2. Because your consciousness is your mind’s master.
3. So, your consciousness’s will or determination must
come first.
can tran
Your Consciousness sform
Your
Mind
Others’
Others’ Consciousness
never can transform
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4. 2. You never can transform others’ mind.
1. Only others’ consciousness can transform their mind.
It’s arrogant and none of your business to transform
others’ mind by force.
2. However you may assist others in transforming their
mind after their determination.
can tran
Others’
Others’ Consciousness sform
Others’
Others’
Mind
Your Consciousness sform
never can tran
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5. 3. How to deal with wrong dreamers
1. You should restrain from harming others even though others
harm you. No counterattack, nor revenge.
2. You may say “Mercy on you” only in your mind. Because it’s
their problem, you shouldn’t create a new file to be solved.
3. If you have self-confidence and inner strength based on
compassion, you can keep calm mind.
Your restrain from harming
Consciousness, Dreamers’
Wrong Dreamers’
Mind & Body Mind & Body
harm
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6. 4. How to transform our mind
1. Conviction of
(1) the ultimate reality of ‘Interdependence’ or
(2) the law of causality or
(3) the effects of compassion
2. Practice of ‘Compassion’
[Compassion : Reason : Universal Moral Ethics] :
Compassion, Warm-heart, Gentleness, Kindness, Care, Sincerity,
Honesty, Self-confidence, Trust, Respect, Appreciation, Modesty,
Self-discipline, Patience, Tolerance, Forgiveness, Sympathy, Empathy,
Generosity, Non-violence…etc.
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7. P r a c t i c e ‘ C o m p a s s i o n ’
Action
For your meaningful, Speech
healthy & happy life
Karma
Body
Thought (Motivation)
Instinct & Emotion [Transformed]
Reason (Compassion)
Mind
Emotion
Instinct
Human Spirit
Structure
Smile
Controller
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