Insight Hour with Joseph Goldstein Ep. 177 – Understanding Equanimity
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Aug 15, 2023 Joseph Goldstein helps us understand equanimity and its role on the spiritual path. He explores the meaning and significance of equanimity, the importance of maintaining a sense of humor, and the difference between reactivity and responsiveness of mind. Goldstein discusses cultivating equanimity in meditation, reflecting on aging, illness, and death, and the connection between equanimity and wisdom. He also explores the practice of noting during meditation and shares a personal story about mindfulness in winter weather. The podcast concludes with a discussion on the manifestation of equity and the importance of mindfulness and equanimity.
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Equanimity: Reactivity vs. Responsiveness
- Equanimity is a crucial mental factor for happiness and awakening.
- It involves understanding the difference between reactivity, which causes agitation, and responsiveness, which fosters balance and compassion.
Equanimity's Importance
- Equanimity plays a critical role in daily happiness and the path to awakening.
- It is a universal beautiful quality present in all wholesome mind states.
Ryokan's Equanimity
- Joseph Goldstein shares a story about Ryokan, who returned to his hut to find his possessions stolen.
- Ryokan’s response, "The moon at the window, the thief left it behind," exemplifies equanimity.