The Vajra Parrot Squawks!

"An affectionate disposition not only makes the mind more peaceful
and calm, but it affects our body in a positive way too. On the
other hand, hatred, jealousy and fear upset our peace of mind, make
us agitated and affect our body adversely. Even our body needs peace
of mind and is not suited to agitation. This shows that an
appreciation for peace of mind is in our blood.

Just as we should cultivate more gentle and peaceful relations with
our fellow human beings, we should also extend that same kind of
attitude towards the natural environment. Morally speaking, we
should be concerned for our whole environment.

This, however, is not just a question of morality or ethics, but
also a question of our own survival. For this generation and for
future generations, the environment is very important. If we exploit
the environment in extreme ways, we may receive some benefit today,
but in the long run, we will suffer, as will our future generations.
When the environment changes, the climatic condition also changes.
When the climate changes dramatically, the economy and many other
things change. Our physical health will be greatly affected. Again,
conservation is not merely a question of morality, but a question of
our own survival."