Neglecting Job While Serving Center

Neglecting Job While Serving Center

Date Posted:
October 2005

While he was working for a company, a student was devoting much of his time to a Dharma center. He dedicated so much time to the center that he began neglecting his job, and lost a large sum of the company’s money.

My very dear Bill,
I heard you had difficulties and have lost quite a bit of the company’s money, because you dedicated your time to the center. However, you have collected so much merit, especially through following my advice and your good heart, to serve the precious teachings of the Buddha and the most precious sentient beings.

Your mind is enriched with wonderful merits. You have so much to enjoy—all happiness up to enlightenment.

Therefore, there is no need to be unhappy. Enjoy life with this understanding. I will pray for you...