"Words are the envoys of forgotten magic. Lives were condemned and saved, battles were fought, civilisations rose and fell by the power of the spoken word. You call upon that power every time you speak. Be mindful."
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>It consists of short passages for daily meditations, inspired by the ancient Tibetan Buddhist practice of Lojong - a way of mind training based on a set of special aphorisms. One of its goals is refining and purifying one's motivations and attitudes through meditating on sacred texts.
The purpose of this book is to provide you with powerful reminders and inspiration, as well as to serve as a set of signposts on your Path. Its value is universal; you can use it and benefit from it no matter what spiritual tradition or creed you follow. Meditating on the deeper meaning of the quotes will help you train your mind for strength, and align with your Purpose.