Question 85: IS IT TRUE THAT PEOPLE WHO ACHIEVE A CALM MIND THROUGH MEDITATION WILL BECOME INDIFFERENT TO EVERYTHING IN LIFE?

Question 85: IS IT TRUE THAT PEOPLE WHO ACHIEVE A CALM MIND THROUGH MEDITATION WILL BECOME INDIFFERENT TO EVERYTHING IN LIFE?Answer: This is indeed a common side effect, so typical that practitioners often mistake it for the right path. When the mind becomes calm, individuals may lose interest in worldly affairs and view everything as illusory and detached.This state of indifference has both positive and negative aspects. On the positive side, it helps purify the practitioner's greed and attachment. However, it can also lead to an attitude of irresponsibility toward others.At this stage, it's crucial for practitioners to seek guidance from an experienced teacher with a correct comprehension. They should maintain the beneficial aspects of their practice such as letting go of attachment while developing compassion and a desire to help others.When actively contributing to society, even those with a strong meditative practice can be tempted by fame and recognition. Therefore, practitioners must remain vigilant. They should diligently serve others while maintaining a detached view of the world and avoiding any sense of pride or ownership in their good deeds.Many scriptures and commentaries emphasize the importance of, during contemplative stages, viewing everything as illusory and turning their back on everyone. This can lead people to become disillusioned with the world and ultimately contribute to the decline of Buddhism. Buddhists have to accumulate merit to strengthen the Dharma. Thus, Buddhists have to be even more dedicated to serving others than those who are not familiar with the teachings.#Buddha, #Buddhism, #Buddhist, #Truedharma, #Meditation, #Enlightenment, #Buddhatemple, #TheLawofKarma, #Blessing, #Goodblessing, #Janna, #JannaMonastery, #JannaOrderMonastery, #LawOfKarma, #CauseAndEffect, #UniversalTruth, #KarmicRetribution, #AxiomaticTruth, #PhilosophyOfMind,