In Buddhist practice, the outward and inward aspects of taking the one seat meet on our meditation cushion.
Jack KornfieldThe work of your heart, the work of taking time, to listen, to help, is also your gift to the whole of the world
Jack KornfieldIt is our commitment to wholeness that matters, the willingness to unfold in every deep aspect of our being.
Jack KornfieldIndifference pretends to create peace, but it is based on not caring, a silent resignation. It is a movement away, a separation fed by a subtle fear of the heart. We pull back, believing that what happens to others is not our concern. Our courage leaves us. Indifference is a misguided way of defending ourselves.
Jack KornfieldExpressing gratitude to our benefactors is a natural form of love. In fact, some people find loving kindness for themselves so hard, they begin their practice with a benefactor. This too is fine. The rule in loving kindness practice is to follow the way that most easily opens your heart.
Jack Kornfield