Brief talk and guided meditation

The essence of Metta is kindness, to ourselves and to all experience. This talk explores how and why we develop loving-kindness.

Exploring what covers over our innate goodness, including near and far enemies of loving kindness (metta), attached love and hate, and how to uncover the beautiful qualities of our hearts.

Brief talk and Guided Brahmavihara

The place of metta in Buddhist practice. Understanding wise effort.

Many of us learn to be judgmental and critical, especially towards ourselves. Metta is a powerful practice to diminish and even transform the tendency towards judging.

We find what we look for. Our brains are wired to confirm our beliefs. One key to Metta practice is looking for the good. Then appreciating and enjoying it when it is recognized.

Mudita is one of the divine Abodes. The quality of the heart that feels happiness for others' good fortune. An introduction followed by a 20 minute guided meditation.