CALM BALM LIKE WOOD - NO CLING NO GRASP- GTBT NBK - ATT

(5.48) Whenever there arises in my mindThe desire to become attached or angry,I should not do or say anythingBut remain as impassive as wood.

(5.49) Whenever I am pretentious, mocking,Arrogant, or self-important;Whenever I develop the intention to speak of others’ faults,Or think of profiteering or deceiving;

(5.50) Or whenever I start to solicit praise,Deprecate others,Or use harmful or divisive speech,I should remain as impassive as wood.

(5.51) Whenever I desire wealth, honour, or fame,Or the attentions of a circle of admirers;Or whenever my mind wishes for veneration,I should remain as impassive as wood.

(5.52) If I develop a mind wishing to say something,While neglecting others’ welfareAnd pursuing only my own,I should remain as impassive as wood.

(5.53) If I am ever impatient with suffering, or lazy and fearful of virtue;If I am about to speak recklessly or disparagingly;Or if attachment to my circle of acquaintances arises,I should remain as impassive as wood.