Pure Mountain Tao

Only those who do not know the nature of suffering are terrified by the very thought of experiencing suffering. However if one through diligent practice understands what suffering is and where it originates and grows, then that one will know the way to end it, and will certainly attain a natural state of harmony.

What is required is a close scrutiny that will reveal that the causes of suffering. The Four Noble truths spell out the groundwork of misery. It is up to us to do the individual legwork to find the cause of our suffering. It is usually related to the cravings and desires of the ego, The way to end or minimize suffering is therefore to not cave in to the desires of the unwholesome. This can only be prevented by a vigilant path of meditation and practice.