How To Be Considerate of Others

Buddhism advocates for the consideration of others as a means of bringing joy and encouragement.

A volunteer in the Buddhist Monastery really wanted to meet the Chan Master, but never had a chance. One day, the Chan Master told his personal attendant, “Please invite him to join me today for lunch.”

When the attendant led the volunteer to the dining hall, he noticed the Chan Master was surrounded by a group of important guests. The attendant became worried and thought, “With so many people, the Chan Master could be too busy to talk with the volunteer. He would definitely get upset and feel left out.” The attendant continued to worry after leaving the dining hall. After lunch, the volunteer told the attendant excitedly, "The Chan Master gave me his business card and asked me to call him any time.” The attendant breathed a sigh of relief. All his worries turned out to be unnecessary.

The Chan Master had taken the time to communicate with the volunteer, and gave him a business card. He specifically encouraged the volunteer to call him, which made the volunteer very happy.
 
If one remains mindful of others, even in matters that may seem small, they will find many ways to bring joy to others.  ​

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