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A Recipe For Equanimity | Bonus Meditation with Roshi Joan Halifax

Dec 29, 2024

Explore the practice of equanimity as a pathway to grounding and receptivity during life's challenges. An experienced meditation teacher guides listeners to embody the concept of 'strong back, soft front' for emotional resilience. Dive into the balance of strength and tenderness through a guided meditation, fostering compassion for oneself and others. Discover practical tips to integrate these meditative practices into everyday life, enhancing your journey towards inner peace and interconnectedness.

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Equanimity is crucial in navigating modern challenges, allowing for a thoughtful response to adversity instead of avoidance.

The 'strong back, soft front' mantra embodies personal strength and compassion, emphasizing resilience alongside empathy and interconnectedness.

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Cultivating Equanimity

Equanimity plays a crucial role in navigating the challenges of the modern world. It involves maintaining a broad perspective and a clear mind, rather than ignoring or bypassing difficulties. This quality allows individuals to respond to adversity with a thoughtful and principled approach. The meditation practice shared emphasizes the importance of grounding oneself in equanimity, which fosters resilience and balanced awareness amidst external pressures.

Cultivating Equanimity Through Meditation

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Cultivating Equanimity and Compassion Through Guided Meditation

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Returning to the practice of equanimity keeps you both grounded and receptive, especially during times of turmoil and uncertainty.

About Roshi Joan Halifax:

Roshi Joan Halifax speaks to Buddhists and non-followers alike on such universal topics as compassion, suffering, and what it is to be human. As Founder, Abbot, and Head Teacher of Upaya, her vision for the Zen Center embraces comprehensive Buddhist studies, meditation, service, dharma art, and environmental action as integrated paths cultivating peace and interconnectedness.

To find this meditation in the Happier Meditation app, you can search for “Strong Back, Soft Front.”

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