Those of us trying to improve our compassion focus on the 6 perfections to open the heart and reduce attachment to the ego and its possessions. These start with the easiest, generosity. But not so easy! We must give up attachment to all our possessions and eventually to our body! This is slow process requiring a personal commitment. We don’t need to give everything away. But we cultivate the attitude of being able to give everything, when appropriate. This is non-attachment priming us for understanding emptiness, the wisdom of letting go of mistaken appearances. It frees us from worry. It frees us from fear. It frees us from disappointment. It frees us from ego-grasping and low self-confidence. It is the path to become a Buddha.
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It is never fully satisfying, even when things are going “well”
Life is up and down. This is the nature of samsara. It is never fully satisfying, even when things are going “well.” This is excellent to remember. It helps us reduce our attachment to the […]
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Transforming ignorance into wisdom
Forgiving takes a heavy load off our chest. We feel light as a feather. Practicing gratitude opens the heart. We feel that everything sparkles. Countering anger with tolerance brings ease and understanding. We feel relaxed. […]
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With a relaxed mind, say a clock on the wall
With a relaxed mind, look at something, anything, say a clock on the wall. Mentally check to see if there is really a clock over there, seeming to exist on its own. Check to see […]