Earnest preparation before listening to the Dharma will lead to one feeling moved. When we are able to feel the compassionate intention from the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, the state of our lives will change for the better, with gentleness and ease.

With the listening of the Dharma, our hearts will become softer and we are able to stride over issues that we were not able to get over with; or for those who had no courage to be virtuous, there will be a sudden boost of courage.