From: Chris Koeritz <fred@gruntose.com>
Date: Mon, 10 Oct 2016 04:51:14 +0000 (-0400)
Subject: new fortune.
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new fortune.
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diff --git a/infobase/fortunes.dat b/infobase/fortunes.dat
index 02011d7d..4c4fff49 100644
--- a/infobase/fortunes.dat
+++ b/infobase/fortunes.dat
@@ -42165,3 +42165,35 @@ essence of his understanding):
 being royalty is nothing compared to being composed from parts of a far
 flung star explosion, as we all are.
   -- fred t. hamster
+~
+Six right livelihood guidelines...
+
+Consume mindfully.
+    Eat with awareness and gratitude.
+    Pause before buying and see if breathing is enough.
+    Pay attention to the effects of media you consume.
+
+Pause. Breathe. Listen.
+    When you feel compelled to speak in a meeting or conversation, pause.
+    Breathe before entering your home, pleace of work, or school.
+    Listen to the people you encounter. They are buddhas.
+
+Practice gratitude.
+    Notice what you have
+    Be equally grateful for opportunities and challenges.
+    Share joy, not negativity.
+
+Cultivate compassion and loving kindness.
+    Notice where help is needed and be quick to help
+    Consider others' perspectives deeply.
+    Work for peace at many levels.
+
+Discover wisdom
+    Cultivate "don't know" mind (= curiosity).
+    Find connections between Buddhist teachings and your life.
+    Be open to what arises in every moment.
+
+Accept constant change.
+
+##--#Source: "Moon journeying through clouds", Zen Buddhist chants, sayings and recitations from the Buddhist Society for Compassionate Wisdom.
+