The Ten Assignments
1. When you return home from the temple, bring the merit earned to everyone at home.
2. Keep a journal of your meditation practice.
3. Before you go to sleep, recall all of the merit earned so far.
4. When you fall asleep, do so in the sea of merit.
5. When you wake up, do so in the sea of merit.
6. As soon as you wake up, keep your mind on the Dhammakaya for one minute. And in that minute, think of how fortunate you are to be alive for another day. Wish all living beings happiness but know that you will surely die.
7. All day long, feel as though you are inside the Dhammakaya and the Dhammakaya is inside you. You are the Dhammakaya and the Dhammakaya is you.
8. Every hour, take a minute to keep your mind still as you recall the Dhamma Sphere, the Dhammakaya, or just keep your mind quiet and empty at the seventh base in the center of your body.
9. Every activity from the time you wake up like bathing your face, taking a shower, getting dressed, having your meal, doing the dishes, cleaning your house, doing exercise, driving, working, be sure to keep your mind on the Dhamma Sphere or the Dhammakaya.
10. Create a good and cheerful atmosphere with smiles and endearing speech.
