When we see our shared humanity and understand that we all seek happiness and do not want suffering, the heart’s response is naturally one of kindness and friendliness.

Through understanding the nature of thoughts, we come to understand the nature of the mind. Thoughts are not to be feared or condemned but to be closely looked at and mindfully observed.

Confidence is crucial for any undertaking, also for our spiritual journey. Our confidence in the teaching, the actual practice, and in our ability to do the practice grow and deepen as we move along the way.

The practice of walking meditation is not to underestimate. The benefits are numerous not only on the physical and mental level but also in facilitating deep liberating insights into the three general characteristics and the deathless.

The nature of desire and attachment is stickiness. Unless the mind directly experiences and understands this unsatisfactory nature, it is not inclined to let go. Presenting also other approaches to deal with desire and attachment.

The protective power of the Dhamma can be experienced through different approaches such as mindfulness, the four protective meditations, restraint, virtue, going for refuge, patience, or the parittas.

The reflection on death should be frequently practiced by anyone who seeks freedom from suffering. It arouses the necessary urgency and makes us think about our priorities in life.