I originally found this list on some .edu site that has since disappeared from the internet. It took some investigative work, but I was able to find the list and what I think is its source.1 Since parts of it periodically pop back into my mind, I wanted to repost it both for easy reference and as a sort of signal boost.
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, place 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.
- Find connections between Buddhist teachings and your life.
- Be open to what arises in every moment.