This talk from Roshi Joan Halifax looks at reversing the dynamic of the defended heart, and finding strength in vulnerability.
Roshi reflects on:
- How our practice can confirm our inherent strength to uphold ourselves in the midst of any conditions.
- To practice or realize fundamental equanimity and stay absolutely tender-hearted.
“We are plagued by fear–fear in the experience of a separate and solid self. Which we need to define and defend.”
- At times even our own spirituality can be put out there as a defense.
- Love is a meltdown that re-establishes a more unified base of brilliance goodness and sadness.