At the start of a retreat, we are often troubled by expectations and habits. Gladding the mind is a gift we give ourselves. Practice around generosity, gratitude and metta can brighten the mind.
Mettā meditation led by Bhante Sujato. The difference between therapy and the spiritual path. Dhamma talk by Bhante Sujato on creativity versus papañca. Question on the experience of movement and stillness in meditation.
The talk references the New Yorker cover from September 6, 2021 and the Karaniya Metta Sutta.
Here are links to access them:
The New Yorker Cover
and
Karaniya Metta Sutta
