Overcoming Kilesa: A Buddhist Perspective : หน้า 10/216

learn how to improve and "win" the internal battle against our own kilesa. Although people generally recognize the fact that they acquire bad habits throughout their lives, they may not recognize that this accumulation of bad habits, according to Buddhist teachings, may have actually begun prior to their current life. Everyone knows that they have bad habits that should be improved to make their lives easier and happier. If you do not feel this way, then this book is probably going to be difficult reading for you, but it is you who would benefit the most from these teachings! In other words, it is okay not to be perfect as long as we recognize that we are imperfect and learn how to overcome these imperfections. We have to fully comprehend this reality of life. We are not perfect and that is okay. Once we realize that we are not perfect then we can begin to pave the way to a better future by practicing the teachings of the wise. In this book, we look at kilesa through a Buddhist lens, but its essence, its meaning, can be found in any religion. Therefore, when we refer to kilesa, we refer to the negative, immoral, and socially unacceptable tendencies and habits that we have accumulated and continue to accumulate. Just as you plant seeds, nurture them in the right conditions and wait for them to blossom in your garden, we hope that you will also blossom by diligently persisting in the practice of the universal teachings found within your hands. Enjoy and Prosper. The Editorial Board The Dhammakaya Foundation English Translation Team