An old man said: I never wanted work that was useful to me but loss to my brother. For I have this expectation, that what helps my brother is fruitful for me.

Desert Father in Desert Wisdom by Desert Fathers, Yushi Nomura

 

To Practice This Thought:
Do all you can to ensure that no aspect of your work contributes to the exploitation of another being.

 

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