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I regularly meditate and pray for peace, extending it to my loved ones and the world.

Before I started to become angry, I was able to realize I am getting angry. Before I acted upon the feeling, and wrote things that I might regret later, I imagine being in their shoes and I tried to be more neutral and after I got calm a little bit, I reply to the email.

Yesterday, I met fellow neighbours to plan next year’s activities on raising awareness on the subtleties of negative behaviour in our community.

I actively greet my neighbors. A small gesture lifts the mood and eases any uncomfortable moments.

I felt upset about the political situation in Korea lately. However, after listening to Sunim’s insightful answer in his daily activities update, I was able to see different perspectives from multiple dimensions and calm my mind with greater peace.

I used to get involved when my wife and daughter were arguing, hoping to calm things down. I have actually learnt that it is better to stay completely out of it and let them talk it out. Since I stay out, to my surprise, things are more peaceful at home.

Last night I was a little rude to my partner at dinner just about how the food was cooked. I apologized to him later admitting that my communication was poor. His feelings are more important than how the food is cooked.

The current President of South Korea declared martial law, which was later nullified, and now impeachment has become a major issue, prompting people to take to the streets in protest. I am also doing what I can online, taking small actions to contribute to peace in South Korea.

During conversation with my colleague, I tried not to judge him and be in the middle way when he told me he bought a lot of expensive stuffs. At first, I reacted by saying that’s expensive and your clothes price is the same with my gadgets! But I realized at that moment that, expensive and importance are based on my perspective. Next, on the conversation I added it’s your choice since it’s your money and if you happy with it so be it

I explored my own emotional reactions to understand why someone’s actions upset me so that I could address my internal issue to alleviate suffering and maintain peace with others.