Buddhist Society of Western Australia Sharing Metta with Your Body and Mind | Dr Victor Wee | The Armadale Meditation Group
Sep 20, 2025
Dr. Victor Wee, an experienced Buddhist teacher and meditation instructor, dives into the transformative power of metta (loving-kindness) practice. He explores the meaning of metta, comparing it to a mother's unconditional love. Unique techniques, like the kitten method, offer visceral ways to cultivate compassion. Wee discusses the health benefits of metta, such as improved emotional well-being and reduced anger. Practical tips guide beginners in sending loving-kindness to oneself, loved ones, and ultimately, all beings.
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Metta As Sustained Universal Friendliness
- Metta trains the mind to generate sustained thoughts of love and kindness toward all beings.
- It represents unconditional, unselfish friendliness that transcends boundaries and likes or dislikes.
Mother's Love As The Metta Analogy
- Dr Victor Wee uses the mother’s love analogy to explain metta’s depth and sacrifice.
- He notes parents naturally feel and give metta, making the quality relatable and familiar.
Training Beyond Natural Partiality
- Metta practice extends loving-kindness beyond close relations to neutral and disliked beings.
- This expansion requires training to overcome natural partiality and aversion.