Indulging in heedlessness (DhP 26, 27) ( lemmy.world )

"The misguided and ignorant (unknowing of true reality)
indulge in heedlessness;
but the wise protect mindfulness
as their greatest treasure."

-- DhammaPada Verse 26

"Do not indulge in heedlessness
or the pleasures of sensual desires;
for the vigilant, meditative one
attains abundant happiness."

-- DhammaPada Verse 27

Related Teachings:

Who is the Dhamma for | Eight thoughts of a great person (AN 8.30) ↗️ - This teaching shares eight qualities of a great person, which leads them to the realization of the fruit of Dhamma, enlightenment, Nibbāna.

The Cave of Ignorance (Snp 4.2) - Vivid verses on overcoming the mire of delusion by avoiding attachment to sensory pleasures, discerning their causes, and practicing for being free of 'mine'.