The Divine Abodes: Lovingkindness, Compassion, Joy, Equanimity

The Divine Abodes: Lovingkindness

by Tara Brach | Oct 5, 2011

Love is the most basic expression of who we are, and yet it is often obscured by the trance of separation and fear.  This talk explores how we habitually armor our hearts, and the training of attention that awakens us to unconditional, all inclusive love. A classic form of the metta (lovingkindness) meditation is part of the talk.

The Divine Abodes: Compassion

by Tara Brach | Oct 19, 2011

We cultivate compassion by letting ourselves be touched by the suffering within and around us. Because our conditioning is to avoid vulnerability, the path of compassion requires courage and purposefulness. As we awaken to the truth of our connectedness, our hearts become increasingly tender and our actions serve the healing of our world.

The Divine Abodes: Joy

by Tara Brach | Oct 26, 2011

Joy is an innate capacity, an expression of unconditional presence with life. Yet for many, it is blocked by our conditioning to grasp after life and to defend against loss.  This talk explores how we can develop the selfless presence that allows for joy, and nourish that joy so it blossoms in our life.

The Divine Abodes: Equanimity

by Tara Brach | Nov 2, 2011

Equanimity is the mental state of balance and non-reactivity that arises when we are resting in open, wakeful presence. This talk reviews the key pathways to equanimity in the face of difficulty. We also explore the blessing of equanimity: the freedom to respond to our life with wisdom, compassion and love.