How does Buddhism feel about indulgence?

Answer by  religio (18)

A key principle of Buddhism is moderation. Indulgence is not ideal or even acceptable in Buddhism. The clothes you wear, food you eat and generally your lifestyle should be simple. In Buddhism, indulgence shows disrespect for your fellow humankind, the earth and its resources. Buddhism stresses living in peace with others and your natural environment.

Answer by  sadasada (146)

The Buddha, Siddhartha, advocated practice of what he referred to as the "middle way. " The middle way advocates both the avoidance of indulgence and self-denial; rather, it focuses on moderation.

Answer by  SashaDarkCloud (5764)

They feel that you need to find the middle ground between having some indulgence, and having too much. If you feel like you are being controlled by them, too much.

Answer by  worker5874 (120)

Buddhism sees indulgence as a destructive activity. Buddhism is a religion that espouses the "Middle Way," a careful medium between ascetism and indulgence.

Answer by  MzKitty (273)

Most indulgence should be avoided as one treads the middle ground, not avoiding all pleasures, but not indulging in hem either.