The essence of Buddha conduct is Tao, which is flexible and not engraved to stone. The conduct may change due to the situation but the principle never changes. Tao gives endless hope, love and peace to all. As a cultivator, you should have a cheerful and flexible mind. Do not stubbornly hold on to rules and become immutable. For example, if the senior is not available for consultation or to give advice and a situation, which cannot wait for their return, requires your immediate attention then you have to learn to take full responsibility and handle the problem yourself. In all of your actions as long as they are in accordance with your True Self and they can benefit all sentient beings, you may do it. Even if your actions are not well taken by your seniors or even if they condemn them, you may still take action. What we are doing is an act of God’s wish, not an attempt to please a particular person. The task that we are charged with is to help sentient beings transcend the cycle of birth and death.  It is not a minor task. So, when a situation arises, do not delay. As long as your intention is for the greater good and without any selfish intent, you can take on the responsibility. 

No conduct is absolute. The types of human desires and minds are unlimited, therefore you must use various means to guide others. You must learn how to handle matters as they arise and learn to settle your mind as they leave. Seize the opportunity to use your True Self in handling all types of situations. In the process, try to “manifest Tao directly from the Source,” as it said in Diamond Sutra. Those who are truly flexible in handling their affairs can be said to have attained the highest level of wisdom. 

My disciples, Buddha’s heart is not attached or contaminated. Sentient beings’ hearts on the other hand are constantly changing. The ability to use your true wisdom to relate to the wide range of human desires and minds so that everyone can return back to heaven is worthy of your searching and cultivating!