10% Happier with Dan Harris How Do You Love Without Being Attached? | Kevin Griffin
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Dec 14, 2022 In this engaging conversation, Kevin Griffin, a seasoned Buddhist practitioner and author of 'Living Kindness,' shares insights on the balance of love and attachment. He discusses how to love without clinging and the nuances of self-love as an act of kindness. Griffin highlights the difference between loving kindness and living kindness, emphasizing that compassion can exist without attachment. They also explore the Metta Sutta's teachings, offering practical guidance on cultivating emotional connections while recognizing the challenges of love and suffering.
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Metta Practice
- Practice metta systematically using phrases like "May I be happy, may I be peaceful."
- Start with yourself or easier targets like pets, then progress to loved ones, neutral individuals, and finally, difficult people.
Non-Ill Will vs. Love
- "Loving kindness" can be misleading, as love has various meanings, including desire and attachment.
- The core of Buddhist teaching is letting go, so non-ill will is a more accurate goal.
Living Kindness vs. Loving Kindness
- Living kindness emphasizes applying the principles of loving-kindness in everyday actions.
- Putting aside personal desires to help others, like caring for a child, is a form of living kindness.
