When we can wisely relate to grasping, aversion, sleepiness/dullness, restlessness/worry and doubt as visitors rather than enemies, they can transform into their wisdom nature. Note: Description of the gem of sleepiness is at the end of the next morning's instructional sit.

Clearly knowing our mind states and relating with wisdom and compassion opens the path to awakening.

Working with the hindrances on retreat. Story of Angulimala.

Rosa Parks, Mahatma Gandhi and you.

Difficult mind-body states can be a gateway to freedom if we bring a sincere interest and an open, spacious and kind presence to grasping and aversion in all of their forms.

The Brahma Vihara of Mudita