To go into more detail, these are the steps one needs to take to become
enlightened, as specified in the
Four Noble Truths.
- Right understanding means understanding the four noble truths
- Right thought means thinking kindly about other people and various forms of life
- Right speech means speaking truthfully and kindly
- Right action means acting peacefully, helping others
- Right work means earning a livelihood that does not harm others; this is sometimes regarded as not being involved in war
- Right effort means improving one's mind, concentrating on getting rid of unwholesome ideas
- Right mindfulness meams maintaining awareness and a good state of mind, again, with a concern for others
- Right concentration means seeking to awake the mind more.