Developing energy and effort in our practice is crucial. In its mature form, effort becomes “effortless” but on the way, we need to support our practice’s energy both generally and moment-to-moment. We look at the traditional teaching of the four “wise efforts,” adding some contemporary metaphors, especially drawn from Kayakins.
A personal understanding of 7 aphorisms from the 7 points mind training offered to the young adults at a retreat at IMS. Consider all phenomena to be a dream. Don't brood over the faults of others. Don't be swayed by outer circumstances. Be grateful to everyone. Explore the nature of unborn awareness. Always rely on a joyful mind. Don’t expect a standing ovation.
