Patience Calls. . .
Patience is one of the quiet strengths in Buddhist practice—often overlooked, but deeply transformative. In a world that urges speed, achievement, and instant gratification, patience becomes a radical act of inner stillness. It doesn’t mean passive resignation or bottling up frustration; rather, it’s a deliberate choice to meet life with calm awareness, even when things don’t unfold the way we expect.
In Buddhism, patience (kṣānti) is more than just waiting; it’s an act of compassion toward ourselves and others. It asks us to sit with discomfort without reacting, to allow space for understanding before judgment. Buddhism reminds us that patience is not a weakness but a skill—one that softens anger, nurtures wisdom, and creates room for genuine growth. When we hold space for others to be human, and for ourselves to be imperfect, we begin to transform our struggles into opportunities for practice.
Life will always test our patience—in relationships, work, health, and even on the spiritual path. But each moment of irritation or delay is also a chance to breathe, reflect, and return to the present. Patience teaches us to trust the unfolding, even when we can’t yet see the full picture. As The Daily Buddha often reminds us: the path is walked one step, one breath, one mindful pause at a time.
Peace and Love, Jim
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