Anyone read "The Secret?"

[judy]

This is a very Buddhist philosophy. You are responsible, according to Buddhism, to everything that happens to you because of what you're putting out. Like Janet said, it's difficult to change to the point of putting out constant positive energy, but this is the goal of Buddhist enlightenment. I love what the Buddhists include in their philosophy - action. You begin with the desire, then take action to ensure that everything you're doing is positive so that your energy is positive, then pray for it. Of course, prayer to change your actions is also very important.

Some Buddhists believe in God, and some believe in a "cosmic consciousness." I left the Buddhist practice I belonged to, because I do believe in God and, at that time, they didn't. I love the practice though and still try to live my life according to the principles.

I feel that, no matter what religion you follow, you can adapt this way of living to your own beliefs. This is another reason I left the Buddhist practice.. They thought theirs was the only right way. I feel that there are simply many, many names for the Lord.