Geoff-Allen
Resident megalomaniac
From a recent email I received - this site -
The dictionary defines equanimity as "mental calmness and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation." It refers to a mind that is at peace even in the face of stressful and unpleasant experiences. Here are three ways to cultivate equanimity no matter what challenges you face.
1. Use the Buddha's teachings on suffering to help you "start where you are."
I practice Buddhism, not as a religion, but as a practical path for living with less suffering. By suffering, the Buddha was referring to our dissatisfaction with the circumstances of our lives. All of us have experienced this dissatisfaction: it's found in our longing for our life to be different than it is, even when we have no control over the particular circumstance in question.
For the rest of the article and blog -
How to Cultivate Equanimity Regardless of Your Circumstances
Wishing you all the best!
The dictionary defines equanimity as "mental calmness and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation." It refers to a mind that is at peace even in the face of stressful and unpleasant experiences. Here are three ways to cultivate equanimity no matter what challenges you face.
1. Use the Buddha's teachings on suffering to help you "start where you are."
I practice Buddhism, not as a religion, but as a practical path for living with less suffering. By suffering, the Buddha was referring to our dissatisfaction with the circumstances of our lives. All of us have experienced this dissatisfaction: it's found in our longing for our life to be different than it is, even when we have no control over the particular circumstance in question.
For the rest of the article and blog -
How to Cultivate Equanimity Regardless of Your Circumstances
Wishing you all the best!