In this talk Venerable Thubten Lamsel shares personal reflections on attachment and the perceived significance of ordination order.
Using an analogy from a Taiwanese nun about the process of washing potatoes to become beautiful gems, Thubten Lamsel reflects on her emotional response to being ordained last despite having the longest ordination tenure.
She candidly discusses her attachment to the belief that ordaining earlier grants one more qualities, leading to feelings of inferiority and self-centered thoughts.
Thubten Lamsel draws parallels with experiences in workplaces, recognizing that seniority doesn’t automatically equate to greater qualifications or suitability for a role.
Through introspection, she acknowledges the absurdity of her attachment and commitment to letting go of arrogance and external validation.
Thubten Lamsel encourages cultivating harmony and overcoming afflictions in all aspects of life.
Her narrative underscores the universal struggle with attachment and the transformative power of humility and introspection.
By sharing her personal journey, Thubten Lamsel invites practitioners to reflect on their own attachments and strive for inner growth beyond external validations.
