Buddhism Quote by Ryusho Jeffus

““We too, must overcome our own Mara, those things that arise in our minds to try to become discouraged and give up our Buddhist practice.  Previously I talked about those things that occur in our environment to try to prevent us from practicing, today we deal with the obstacles occurring in our mind.  These obstacles may be in the form of doubts such as our self-worth or our personal ability to become enlightened.  It also may be doubts about the truth of Buddhism, or doubts about the value of practicing.  We all experience these moments when we may think things impossible or not worth it. Being aware of the workings of our minds is the first step to overcoming these kinds of difficulties.  Mara isn’t so much of a real thing as it is a figurative example or a personification of those things in our mind that prevent us from becoming happy or enlightened.””

— Ryusho Jeffus