The Buddha conquered Mara who personifies the evil or unskillful forces of mind that overwhelm us. He gave the teaching on Four Ways of Undertaking Things, which is elucidated in this talk - a practical and helpful explanation on increasing our happiness and decreasing our pain through making wise choices.
When the heart is open and joyful, we are open to our interconnectedness with all beings. And when we understand the truth of no self, the heart can be more responsive to others.
