Truthfulness is most clearly understood as ‘non-deception.’ As with other qualities defined by the Buddha: lovingkindness is ‘non-hatred’ and wisdom is ‘non-confusion’ or ‘non-ignorance’ — or even more clearly, wisdom is ‘not ignoring.’
Cultivating Curiosity and Kindness
100 Days of Care Practice Blog
Turn towards discomfort (Day 19)
Day 19: Be easy with yourself. It’s counterintuitive, but allowing ourselves to be with strong feeling leads to the peace we long for.
Lovingkindness | Instructions for Practice
Is it possible to generate unconditional friendliness towards both ourself and others? And why should we want to?
Softening our resistance (Day 12)
Peace doesn’t arrive at some point in the future when you feel you can finally relax. Decide to relax now.
Healing feelings of unworthiness (Day 11)
Day 11: Even strong, persistent thoughts are impermanent impressions on the mind. Reduce their intensity by identifying with the space around them.
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You’re invited to practice with us weekly in person in Port Colborne, Ontario or live online on Zoom.
Insight Meditation, Wednesdays 7pm ET (90 mins), with Heather Fenton — Start and/or maintain a regular meditation practice. Each week, guided meditations are combined with instructions for bringing mindfulness into daily living. This meditation class is offered freely.
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Sustaining the 100 Days Journey
Thursdays 8pm (60 mins), sessions starting Jan 16/25, ONLINE ONLY, with Heather Fenton
Sustain an ongoing practice of daily self-compassion and lovingkindness with these supportive weekly sessions. These weekly 1-hour gatherings offer ongoing support, encouragement and an opportunity to connect with others who are practicing.
Join us occasionally or come every week. We will meditate and then discuss our practice in group or small groups.
Offered freely, by donation. Online only (Zoom).
Please pre-book HERE for Zoom link and so that we know you are coming. Email hello@gentlydownthestream.org with questions or help with booking.