04/23/2026
Don't Take It Personally. Let It Go.
Even the greatest beings are misunderstood.
One day, as Buddha sat peacefully under the Bodhi tree, a meditation practitioner, jealous of his wisdom and presence, hurled insults at him. Still, Buddha remained calm, unmoved. The man, frustrated, spat on Buddha's face and stormed away.
Hours later, he returned and was surprised to see the mucus still there. He asked, “You’re so patient, but why didn’t you wipe it off?”
Buddha gently replied, “I don’t know if you spit on me, or on yourself.”
In that moment, the man was stunned. His heart opened. He sat down, humbled, and later became one of Buddha’s devoted students.
This is the power of not taking things personally. When others project their pain, it's not about you — it's about their own story. When you can remain centered and compassionate, you step into true freedom.
Let love and wisdom guide your response. 🌿
“What others throw at you is their burden. What you hold onto is yours.”
Many Blessings,
Chunyi Lin
