How to Be a Good Buddhist Girl

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Become educated and learn about Buddhism

   Study the teachings of the Buddha and memorise important scriptures.
   
   Take Buddha's teachings to heart and follow them.
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   Step 2: such as the Four Noble Truths

   Don't kill, don't steal, don't engage in sexual misconduct, don't lie, drink alcohol excessively, or do drugs. , It is good to set up a shrine but if your parents don't know about your religion this can be hard, this is not necessary but useful. , Do so at least once each day if you can.
   
   Remember, it is better to meditate once every day for 10 minutes than to meditate once a week for 2 hours.
   
   Getting into a good habit is key. , If you meet good monks and nuns, ask to be taught Buddhism.
   
   Remember, if you donate even just one dollar to a monastery, the virtue of your action may benefit  you for a lifetime. , Limit TV time, computer usage etc.
   
   There is no need for showy possessions or expensive food or clothing. , Avoid showy jewelry or makeup, or give it up entirely. , Don't hurt even the smallest animal.
   
   This can include becoming a vegetarian or a vegan but it is really up to you. , Try to not be rude or mean.
   
   Uttering and promoting slander will hold you from Nirvana.
   
   Speak only true and helpful things, and don't gossip. ,,,,, Observe the 8 precepts, make donations and make a special effort in meditation. ,
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   Step 3: the Noble Eightfold Path

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   Step 4: and the Three Characteristics of Existence.

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   Step 5: Be moral and keep the 5 Precepts

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   Step 6: and 8 Precepts on Uposatha Days.

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   Step 7: Create a shrine.

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   Step 8: Meditate as often as possible.

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   Step 9: Go to the monastery to visit monks and nuns if you can

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    Step 10: offer them food and requisites and help around the monastery.

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    Step 11: Try to live simply.

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    Step 12: Dress neatly and modestly in a way appropriate in your culture.

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    Step 13: Show kindness towards all living things.

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    Step 14: Speak gently and don't swear.

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    Step 15: Show respect to parents

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    Step 16: teachers

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    Step 17: monks and nuns

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    Step 18: and the elderly.

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    Step 19: Help those in need where-ever possible

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    Step 20: such as the poor

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    Step 21: the infirm

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    Step 22: disabled and homeless.

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    Step 23: Be enthusiastic at school or work and try your best always

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    Step 24: never be lazy.

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    Step 25: Celebrate important Buddhist holidays such as Vesak

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    Step 26: Buddha's birthday

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    Step 27: death day

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    Step 28: and founding of Buddhism

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    Step 29: to celebrate Vesak.

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    Step 30: Keep Uposatha if you can according to your tradition.

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    Step 31: Take time to chant or meditate every morning and evening if you can.

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