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Cultivate lovingkindness towards oneself and others from "summary" of THE BOOK OF BUDDHA by Arundhati Subramaniam
To cultivate lovingkindness towards oneself and others is a practice that lies at the heart of the teachings of the Buddha. It is a way of being that involves extending compassion, empathy, and goodwill towards oneself and all beings. This practice is rooted in the belief that all living beings are interconnected, and that by nurturing love and kindness within ourselves, we can create a more harmonious and compassionate world. When we cultivate lovingkindness towards ourselves, we are acknowledging our own worth and inherent goodness. We are learning to treat ourselves with the same care and compassion that we would offer to a friend or loved one. This practice involves letting go of self-criticism and negative self-talk, and instead, embracing ourselves with acceptance and kindness. At the sa...
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