Peaceful Way
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Peaceful Way is a new system of thought and philosophy with the primary goal of helping individuals realize their true happiness and live a meaningful life. The foundation of Peaceful Way is based on the understanding that all suffering in life originates from greed and the ego.
Greed: Greed is often understood as an excessive desire for material goods, power, or recognition from others. It is not limited to material desires such as money and possessions, but also includes the craving for power, fame, and attention. Greed causes people to never feel satisfied with what they have, always wanting more, leading to unrest and suffering.
The Ego: The ego relates to one's self-esteem, pride, and how we perceive ourselves in relation to the world around us. An overly inflated ego can lead to selfishness, arrogance, and a lack of empathy for others. When the ego dominates, individuals often place their own needs and desires above all else, causing conflicts and disharmony in relationships with others.
In Peaceful Way, recognizing and controlling greed and the ego is seen as crucial to moving towards a happy and meaningful life. By reducing unnecessary desires and living a modest life, we can find inner peace and harmony in our relationships with others, leading to true happiness.
Self-Understanding: Self-awareness of one's needs, desires, and limitations.
True Happiness: Seeking joy and satisfaction from simple and practical things.
Life's Meaning: Seeking and fulfilling life's purpose through actions and relationships with others.
The Circle of Filial Piety is a central concept of Peaceful Way. In the simplicity of this circle, we discover profound truths about life and humanity. Each aspect is not only harmoniously interconnected but also forms a continuous cycle, representing the endless interaction between moral values and achievements in life.
Filial Piety: Respecting and loving one's parents, elders, and those to whom one owes gratitude.
Philosophy: Pursuing a moral and ideal path in life.
Goodness: Developing and maintaining noble moral qualities.
Blessings: Creating and experiencing blessings and happiness from moral actions.
Wealth: Achieving wealth through contentment, not just in monetary terms but in all aspects of life.
Peaceful Way is not just a simple concept; it is the core and foundation of the Circle of Filial Piety and Virtue, comprising Filial Piety, Philosophy (the Path), Goodness, Blessing, and Wealth (Prosperity). The uniqueness of this philosophy clearly emphasizes that every true value and all genuine goodness in life originate from a peaceful, serene inner state. Only when we genuinely understand and touch upon "An" (inner peace) can we embark on a profound inward journey to discover our true selves, leading to a meaningful and fulfilled life.
Starting with Filial Piety, inner peace is expressed in the way we treat our parents and loved ones. Filial piety is not driven by obligation, responsibility, or external pressures like material wealth or fame. Instead, it is about maintaining an inner tranquility that helps parents feel secure and at ease, consequently allowing us to find authentic peace within our own hearts.
Once Filial Piety has been cultivated, we approach Philosophy, the way of life guided by inner peace itself. Everyone encounters difficulties and challenges, but a person who genuinely understands and follows Peaceful Way remains unaffected by external disturbances. They maintain a stable, serene mindset despite life's inevitable storms.
Next is Goodness, formed through deep self-awareness and meaningful experiences. Goodness goes beyond external good traits; it represents a balanced, kind, and sincere state of mind towards others. A person living virtuously consistently demonstrates good qualities rooted deeply in profound inner tranquility.
From Goodness, our lives overflow with Blessing, genuine blessings that go beyond material wealth. Blessing represents a state of complete fulfillment, harmony in relationships, and profound meaningfulness in life.
Finally, when we achieve a state of true blessing, we naturally attain Wealth (Prosperity). Here, prosperity is not merely material abundance but also encompasses richness in intellect, emotions, and the ability to share with the community.
The Circle of Filial Piety and Goodness in Peaceful Way is an endless cycle, always beginning and ending with "Peaceful." It is a continuous journey of understanding, nurturing, and personal growth, aiming for a life filled with genuine meaning and inner peace.
In conclusion, Peaceful Way is an essential and valuable philosophy for modern society, where individuals easily lose themselves amidst external pressures and turmoil. Returning to "Peaceful" is not merely a quest for inner peace but also a journey toward sustained, true happiness for each individual and the community.
Meditation: Use meditation to create peace of mind and mental focus.
Contentment: Aim for gratitude and satisfaction with what one has.
Balance: Maintain balance in life, from work to personal life.
The essence of Peaceful Way: Contentment - Aiming for awareness and satisfaction with what one has, thereby creating peace and harmony in the soul and life.
Peaceful Way emphasizes self-understanding, self-development, and the search for inner peace. It not only aids in the moral and spiritual development of individuals but also aims to create a peaceful and harmonious society.
Viet Tri, Arpil 10, 2025
Above is a draft about Peaceful Way - a system of thought and philosophy of life developed and expanded by a Vietnamese individual. It is hoped that one day soon this system of thought can be perfected and shared with esteemed fellow practitioners.
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