The Other Side
Sakya Tashi Ling Lyrics

Sometimes I feel the earth has no direction, nothing living on
There are moments when I feel lost and directionless, as though the world around me lacks any purpose or meaning

And everyday I expect that something happens what shouldn’t be
Each day, I anticipate that something unexpected - often something negative - will occur, despite hoping for peace and stability

Why don’t you give me your smile? It will be so easy-y, yeah!
I implore you to share your happiness with me, as it would be a simple and effortless way to improve my mood and uplift my spirits

If you don’t, we’ll never know, never know each other
Without a connection or shared experience, we can never truly understand one another or build a relationship

Don’t you want to know the other side?
Would you not desire to explore or understand another perspective or experience outside of your own?

Living in norm I will ever need (Palden lama tampa nam la kyab su chio)
By adhering to society's norms and expectations, I am able to find contentment and satisfaction in my life with the guidance of my spiritual leader

If you want to reach sunlight dance with me (Dzog pe sang gye chom den de nam la kyap su chio)
To achieve enlightenment and inner peace, join me on my journey and let us dance towards the light of wisdom and compassion

The way is so long but you shouldn’t hesitate, no, no!
Although the path towards enlightenment is lengthy and challenging, it is crucial to keep moving forward without hesitation and with conviction

There are so many happinesses, sorrows you’ll have to go through
Along the journey towards self-discovery, there will be moments of joy and pain that must be experienced and overcome

But at the end you will find yourself and a door
Upon reaching the end of the journey, you will discover your true self and a gateway towards enlightenment

You will see the brightest light, let it wrap you, let you go
As you approach the pinnacle of your spiritual journey, you will experience a profound and illuminating light that will embrace and release you

You will feel you were born again
The experience of reaching enlightenment will be transformative and rejuvenating, akin to being reborn with a newfound insight and understanding

Read out the prayers of religion and you'll be free (Tam pe cho nam la kyab su chio)
To release oneself from past burdens and achieve spiritual liberation, recite the prayers of one's faith and find solace in one's spiritual beliefs

Walking is slower than volplaning keep on going (Pag pe gen dun nam la kyab su chio)
Although the journey may be slow and difficult, it is important to persevere and continue moving forward towards enlightenment

Hizen Dojo (Palden lama tampa nam la kyab su chio)
The Hizen Dojo, under the guidance of our spiritual leader, is a safe and welcoming space for us to pursue our spiritual journeys

Hizen Dojo (Dzog pe sang gye chom den de nam la kyap su chio)
The Hizen Dojo is a space where we can dance and move towards the enlightenment and wisdom of the Buddha

Hizen Dojo (Tam pe cho nam la kyab su chio)
The Hizen Dojo is a place where we can recite our prayers free from distractions and find peace in our spiritual beliefs

Hizen Dojo-o-o-o-o (Pag pe gen dun nam la kyab su chio)
The Hizen Dojo is a place where we can persistently and courageously continue our journey towards inner peace and understanding