Learning to work skillfully with fear can change if from enemy to ally in our practice, since it is often a signal of moving from the familiar to new territory. As we learn to let go of the illusion of control we transform fear into genuine trust.
The seven factors of awakening include the arousing factors and the settling ones. This talk goes into detail on using the factors of Tranquility, Concentration, and Equanimity in meditation practice.
Reflections on the hindrances, and what engaging with that practice of mindfulness brings. A way to deconstruct the hindrances as a problem with suffering and appreciate the treasure that is possible.
