The foundation of Dharma practice is ethical disciplines.
In this Saha world, Shakyamuni teaches us through all kinds of suffering. Without suffering, we wouldn’t know to practice Dharma.
In recent years, planet Earth has undergone major disasters like earthquakes, typhoons, floods, tsunamis, and all kinds of natural disasters.
Every one of us has lots of habitual tendencies to tame. What would be the way? It is through Chan practice that we can transform habitual tendencies and dispel ignorance.
How does a happy life come about? It is to serve others. Selfishness doesn't bring happiness but loving-kindness.