Altruism

All of the worlds’ great traditions of religion and spirituality emphasize helping others. Why is it that I cannot seem to find it in my heart to do so?

I dont want to be a buddhist!

I’m tired of taking the high road, being compassionate, embracing my enemy, etc etc. I don’t believe in reincarnation or enlightenment so, really, what is the point? I’d rather be angry than apathetic. I’d rather be real – even if that somwtimes means ugly, spiteful and immature – than some fake new-age, my parents were hippies so we all sit ... MORE