Merit, as we discuss, is a positive force accruing from our good deeds, but it’s not just about the deeds themselves, it’s about the intentions behind them. It is the actions we take with a mind free of ill will that truly generate merit.
Dedicating Merit: A Path to Free Others from Suffering Read More »
Here’s a spoiler: compassion is real and it’s powerful. It’s in the way we recognize another’s suffering, empathize with them, and are spurred into action to alleviate their pain.
Compassion as a Critical Foundation for Buddhist Practice Read More »
Suffering signals us that we are out of alignment with our true selves and need to course-correct. When we ignore this signal we will encounter tangible pain and emotional suffering both stemming from a resistance to change and progress.
Renee McKenna: Disconnection as the Root of Suffering Read More »
Buddhism, in all its forms, encourages us to support others. Our own liberation is intricately connected to the liberation of others.
Reevaluating the Idea of Selfishness in Buddhism Read More »
In this candid discourse, Margaret and Stephen touch on the often neglected aspect of self-care – valuing ourselves and caring for our emotional and spiritual well-being. We contemplate how neglect in these areas can lead to unhappiness and suffering in our relationships.
Stephen Schettini: Unmasking Low Self-Esteem: An Unseen Suffering Read More »
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