Choosing to Live
The author finds relief from self-loathing and suicidal ideation, and shares a powerful breathing exercise that made it possible to experience self-kindness and peace of mind.
February 11, 2022
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How to find freedom, contentment and genuine, lasting wellbeing? How to put wisdom and compassion into action in our daily life, contributing to kind communities in today’s global society?
Drawing from the teachings of the rich Buddhist tradition and personal experience, you can find here articles written by members of our community from all over the world, offering contemplations and practices to apply directly on our own path in life and interconnected global society.
The author finds relief from self-loathing and suicidal ideation, and shares a powerful breathing exercise that made it possible to experience self-kindness and peace of mind.
The author shares how the memory of a healthcare worker’s kindness still sustains and empowers her, and offers a contemplation exercise to try.
The author explores the wisdom of her teachers regarding remaining in the present moment, and offers a contemplation exercise to try.
The author’s contemplation on impermanence and hardship in the environment of Covid-19 leads to an inspiring appreciation of the beauty in everyday life.
Recalling the experience of shopping in Morocco marketplaces, the author appreciates the mutual respect inherent in the bargaining session, and offers a short exercise for transforming anxiety into kind regard.
While listening to music, the author releases a moment of jealousy and unlocks an experience of joy and kindness. Includes a contemplation exercise to try.
