6 ways to create more sanity and balance (for real)
December 15, 2024 | 3 CommentsAudio only version is here
Meditation practice begins at 10:14
Dear wonderful Open Heart Project,
I know it’s crazy out there. Whatever your beliefs or politics, it is not easy to feel certain about the future and how we are going to bridge the many divides in our countries, our neighborhoods, even our homes. It can seem impossible, I understand. However, according to Buddhist thought, it is definitely possible. All you have to do are 6 things. They are called the six paramitas: generosity, discipline, patience, exertion, meditative absorption, and wisdom.
In this short talk, I explain a bit more about this and briefly describe the first paramita, generosity and how it arises in 3 forms.
To explore the paramitas in more detail, please join our free program, Dec 26-31: Building a Mindful New Year. Each day at 3p ET, a different experienced dharma teacher will show up online to discuss one of the paramitas with you. All the details are here.
Did I mention it was free? Please share with anyone who might be interested in this wonderful way to enter a new year together.
Register even if you can’t join live; all sessions are recorded and you’ll have access to them until Jan 14.
With love and friendship, Susan
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3 Comments
Thanks for sharing this Susan. I also learned about this in your book How Not to be Afraid of Your Own Life. As a teacher I find myself doing this more and more. I’m fortunate to teach in a district that emphasizes the Positivity Project Character Strengths so I get to share the importance of things like kindness, self control, mindfulness, etc. It’s very rewarding and it’s all possible because of the changes that have occurred in my life since I started meditating. Thanks again ❤️
Happy holidays, Carl! <3 S
Hi Susan,
I so appreciate this. I find one of the ways my father taught me to be generous is smiling at people you pass by on the street. He said you never know when someone really needs that smile; to be seen. I try to emulate this as best I can with my shyness. I think this is a bit of what you’re speaking of. Also, I loved seeing your sweet kitty interact with you. You both have a special bond. Thank you 🌹