Tonglen

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with an attitude of extraordinary compassion and love for all.

Think about all the suffering in the world. Wouldn't it be wonderful to

be able take all that pain and convert it to happiness, health and

well-being? Wouldn't it be a wonderful thing if you could open your

heart, accepting suffering and being able to transform it into love and

goodness? Lets do it now.

Start by accepting your own being.

 

Many teachers recommend that you begin the practice of

sending-and-taking with yourself. To do this, you simply consider

yourself as having two parts. One part is loving and compassionate; the

other needs love and compassion. Envision yourself being able to send

love, care, and acceptance back to your own being.

I highly recommend that you begin your sending-and-taking practice with

thoughts of your own being, your life and your journey. When trying to

generate compassion for all beings, it is essential to remember that you

are one of them. You have to be strong, confident and accepting of

yourself before you can begin accepting others. Use tonglen to forgive

yourself for the things about which you feel guilty, inadequate or

responsible; use tonglen as a spiritual healing, and return to wholeness

and wellness through this soulful healing practice." ~Author unknown