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@@ -41090,4 +41090,27 @@ nature.  This is directly perceived by self-cognizing awareness and is
 indicated by the syllable Hung.
   -- Jamgon Mipham, "White Lotus: An Explanation of the Seven-Line Prayer to
      Guru Padmasambhava", published by Shambhala Publications
-
+~
+While dreaming, all kinds of things may come to mind, but these are nothing
+more than appearances.  Likewise, a magician may create a variety of illusory
+appearances, but they do not exist objectively.  Likewise, oneself, others,
+the cycle of existence, and liberation—in short, all entities—exist merely
+by the power of mind and convention.
+  -- H.H. the Fourteenth Dalai Lama, from "Transcendent Wisdom", published by
+     Shambhala Publications
+~
+    From our deluded samsaric standpoint, it may seem that certain traits are
+necessary for our well-being, self-esteem, and self-worth.  Talking about
+others’ defects may make us appear more desirable, or gossiping about
+others’ misfortunes may make our own misery seem less, but we have to
+examine these tendencies much more closely to see that this is a completely
+mistaken aspect of our lives.
+    Despite having a good motivation and the best intentions, our mind
+training will have little success if we can’t commit ourselves strongly
+enough to undermining these traits.  These tendencies don’t bring us any
+self-confidence or happiness.  In fact, they undermine our personal autonomy
+and well-being and obstruct our spiritual progress.  It’s important to put
+an end to these negative and paranoid tendencies and replace them with love,
+compassion, and the development of a kind heart.
+  -- Traleg Kyabgon, in "The Practice of Lojong", published by Shambhala
+     Publications