over time, offering loving kindness to all beings everywhere, including ourselves, unites us to one another so that we know that we can not go forward forgetting those left behind." Page 62

One of the primary conditions for suffering is denial. Shutting our mind to pain, whether in ourselves or others, only ensures that it will continue. We must have the strength to face it without turning away. By opening to the pain we see around us with wisdom and compassion, we start to experience the intimate connection of our relationship with all beings.

We often get caught up in our own reactions and forget the vulnerability of the person in front of us.

Even on the spiritual path, we have things we'll tend to cover up or be in denial about.

All beings want to be happy, yet so very few know how. It is out of ignorance that any of us cause suffering, for ourselves or for others

People turn to meditation because they want to make good decisions, break bad habits & bounce back better from disappointments.

Develop a mind so filled with love that it resembles space.