Sharon Beckman-Brindley presents this 8th in a ten-part series focusing on active engagement with the four heart qualities that are a prominent part of the Buddha’s teachings. The qualities, known as Brahma Viharas, are lovingkindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity.

Equanimity is a middle path inviting deep presence with all of life. This fourth of the Brahma Viharas invites us to see with wisdom what is here, both internally and externally. Cultivating equanimity, we practice greeting it ALL with curiosity, kindness and compassion for self and others, nourished by joy in the unfolding of wholesome goodness in the world and in ourselves. Equanimity allows us to maintain our balance even in great difficulty as we see clearly both what's here and what's needed.

For more information, please visit the Insight Meditation Community of Charlottesville website: imeditation.org