Principles of Maitreya

Maitreya implies friendliness. An individual imbued with maitreya is always on the lookout to reach out. In todays world when people have little time at hand, the attribute of maitreya comes at a premium. However, it has been my experience that it is worth the effort to practice maitreya in our daily life. Its practice generates a Non-Monetized Fixed Deposit (NMFD) of good-will in the community. This NMFD grows exponentially through time and space, and has within itself the power to transform people and situations beyond ones imagination.

However, the power of maitreya and its results can only be felt and experienced through sustained practice. For this reason I have developed some basic Principles of Maitreya as part of my community interactions. Many of these are inspired by children since friendliness comes naturally to them.

Do try and practice these...and reap the rewards!!

• Smile - be the first one to give a smile. It will take you a mile.
• Thank – thank people promptly. It will motivate others to keep doing good.
• Appreciate – when you observe something worthwhile. You will rise in the estimation of others and make their day.
• Wish/greet – when you see/meet someone. You will connect immediately.
• Apologise – when you commit a mistake. It will make you feel very light and unburdened.
• Enquire – about the health and well being of others. They will feel cared for and wanted.
• Help generously – This will increase peoples’ faith in good will.
• Forgive – mistakes as soon as possible and unburden others.
• Names – try to remember them. People will admire you.
• Friends – take that extra step to remain in touch. A true friend is more precious than gold.