Practice lovingkindness towards yourself and others from "summary" of Buddha Is as Buddha Does by Surya Das
Lovingkindness is a practice, a way of being, a way of relating to ourselves and others. It is an attitude of goodwill, warmth, and compassion that we can cultivate and nurture within ourselves. When we practice lovingkindness towards ourselves, we are offering ourselves the same kindness, care, and compassion that we would offer to a dear friend or loved one. It is about treating ourselves with the same gentleness and understanding that we would offer to someone we deeply care about. When we practice lovingkindness towards ourselves, we are acknowledging our own worth, our own inherent goodness, and our own capacity for growth and transformation. This practice is not about self-indulgence or selfishness, but rather about recognizing our own humanity and our own vulnerabilities. It is about being kind to ourselves in the face of our own imperfections, our own mistakes, and our own struggles. It is about cultivating a sense of self-compassion and self-acceptance that allows us to move through the world with greater ease and g...
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