In High Buddhist talk we use the word "intent"
To describe a person's reasons for doing and being,
We feel that nothing creates happiness or
Unhappiness as strongly as intent does.

Intent is our bottom line motivation,
When all of the props are removed and the
Makeup is off, we are left alone with our intent.

No one is unaware of their real intent;
You may fool others by masking your intent,
But you can't fool your own karma.

Why do you suffer so much?
It is because your intent is not in harmony with your soul.
Until you correct the discrepancy between your mind's
Intent and your soul's proclivity for light
You will never be at peace with yourself.

And remember, your life is not a sitcom on TV,
A happy ending is not built into the script of
Your life, unless you write it in yourself by
Having correct intent.

What is correct intent?
From a Buddhist point of view correct intent is to
Seek happiness without intentionally doing harm to others.
Incorrect intent is to seek happiness for yourself
By ripping other people off.
Exceptional intent is to seek happiness for yourself by
Spreading light and empowering others.

- Insights