I find it so sad that the terrific promise of both of their early careers was later overshadowed by the bizarre behavior and tragic events of their later lives. Even though I was never a fan of either, there is no denying the incredible talent each had, and the profound impact they had on popular music. Just as John Coltrane influenced generations of tenor saxophonists, no popular entertainer sings or dances today without being compared to Michael and Whitney.
The obvious lesson here is that neither fame nor fortune can assure happiness. As the 8th Century Indian sage Shantideva once said, all the joy the world contains has come through desiring happiness for others, and all the misery the world contains has come through desiring pleasure for oneself.
The obvious lesson here is that neither fame nor fortune can assure happiness. As the 8th Century Indian sage Shantideva once said, all the joy the world contains has come through desiring happiness for others, and all the misery the world contains has come through desiring pleasure for oneself.
"But what need is there to say much more? The childish work for their own benefit, the Buddhas work for the benefit of others."
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