We sometimes feel displeased when we are confronted with society is due to contact with the worldly dharmas,the fear and dread that comes from other people.If others are pleased with us,they will blame us.When they blame us,we sometimes feel insulted and unhappy.But if we actually saw it from a perspective of mindfulness and wisdom,we'd realize that those who blame us must be in state of suffering,they must be feeling unwell.They should be compared to people who have an illness,whose health is deteriorating.Those who do the duty of looking after sick persons usually behave in a way that shows irritation and discontent.
Doctors and nurses wouldn't pay attention to behavior like this.They would consider it normal for a sick person.Our situation is similar.We should see the people who express criticism towards us in a way that gives rise to loving kindness,goodwill,friendliness and compassion,as those who are making the criticism are in a state where their hearts are afflicted and they don't know themselves anymore.If we can give rise to feelings of kindness we won't fight back but rather express friendship and support.But can we do it ?
