For episode 259, we bring you the second half of a two-part series on the Force of Kindness. Listen to the first part of this series released earlier in February of 2025 right here . His Holiness the Dalai Lama has stated, “My true religion is kindness.” Although frequently denigrated in our culture as simplistic and weak, the quality of kindness has an inherent power to transform our worldview from one of fear and isolation to one rooted in clarity, courage and compassion in action. Kindness is the fuel that helps us truly “walk our talk” of love. Recording in December or 2024 by the Drepung Gomang Center for Engaging Compassion . In this recording, Sharon teaches on: The aspiration of kindness Brahma Viharas as a basis for aspiration Lovingkindness as Connection Our Subway Car Reflection on Interconnection The definition of Compassion Sympathetic Joy Gratitude as the energizer Equanimity as the secret ingredient The eight vicissitudes The episode closes with Sharon taking some questions from the audience Join Sharon’s upcoming ten-day wisdom course exploring Equanimity starting March 5th. Learn more right here . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
