You see a lot of apparently happy people acting out of greed, hatred and delusion, it's a matter of belief that intentions determine results long-term

"It’s easy not to believe that the quality of your intention is going to determine the results of your actions, because you see a lot of people acting out of greed, hatred, and delusion, and yet they seem to be pretty happy, in the short term at least. So it is a matter of belief. And the Buddha’s proof simply is a pragmatic one: If you believe in your actions, you’ll act more skillfully."

~ Thanissaro Bhikkhu "Believe in Your Actions"

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