The Fourteen Slanders

<p>At times we human beings need reminding as to what exactly decency means. There are societal rules and regulations for traffic, courts of law, schools, hospitals, and even the community swimming pool, as well as religious laws or lists like The 10 Commandments in Judaism/Christianity, or the 75 Good Manners in the Quran for the religion of Islam. These are fundamental guidelines to maintain levels of respect and kindness for the benefit of all. The Fourteen Slanders are no exception.&nbsp;</p> <p>From the perspective of Buddhism, these Fourteen Slanders are offenses that we as human beings commit which are detrimental to ourselves personal growth and can affect the lives of others by reducing the creation of value. The objective is to learn to recognize them and implement a remedy in order to create value for ourselves and others. It all begins with the self. Review the below list and ask yourself, "How many of these do I commit on a daily basis?" Join our discussion as we assess each slander as well as offer a remedy to counter each of them.</p> <p>1. Arrogance<br> 2. Negligence<br> 3. Egotistical Judgment<br> 4. Shallow, Self-Satisfying Understanding<br> 5. Attachment to Earthly Desires<br> 6. Lack of Seeking Spirit<br> 7. Not Believing<br> 8. Aversion<br> 9. Doubt<br> 10. Defamation<br> 11. Contempt<br> 12. Hatred<br> 13. Envy/Jealousy<br> 14. Grudges/Resentment</p> <p>Email the show: &nbsp;<a href="mailto:rockyourlife@thevignatis.com">rockyourlife@thevignatis.com</a></p> <p>Intro Song: &nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/5PA23qyavHRvirfQTCfjrz?si=a20a28312a2f4797">"Gypsy Rock'n'Roll by The Vignatis</a></p> <p>Outro Song: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/6qheGVfTOJV97NG3qbLYhX?si=9f45a9027e2f4ade" target="_blank">U2's "Pride (In the Name of Love)" by The Vignatis</a></p>