by daysofcare | May 14, 2023 | Equanimity, Wisdom
Today’s zoom check in call is about wisdom (pañña). Wisdom, also described as discernment, insight, intelligence, common sense, ingenuity, is the clarity of mind that illuminates awareness. Wisdom appears as one of the five mental faculties, one of the three...
by daysofcare | May 13, 2023 | Equanimity
From the article Equanimity, adapted from a talk by Gil Fronsdal, May 29th, 2004: The English word “equanimity” translates two separate Pali words used by the Buddha. Each represents a different aspect of equanimity. The most common Pali word translated as...
by daysofcare | May 12, 2023 | Equanimity
This 21-minute guided practice with Heather Fenton begins with mindfulness of breath in the body and then shifts into a contemplation of equanimity (upekkha). Equanimity is unwavering balance of mind rooted in insight. As we maintain sensitivity and presence in the...
by daysofcare | May 10, 2023 | Equanimity
Equanimity, in the context of Buddhist philosophy, refers to a state of mental balance and stability. It is often described as an even-mindedness or impartiality that remains steady and unaffected by the ups and downs of life. We cultivate equanimity by maintaining...
by daysofcare | May 4, 2023 | Equanimity, Patience
Today’s zoom check in call is about equanimity (upekkha), which is unwavering balance of mind that is rooted in insight. Join us Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 8:30pm ET and we’ll do a check in on your 100 Days progress, recapping our recent topic, patience (khanti)...
