A Meditation to Develop Bodhichitta (Chodron 2023)

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A Meditation to Develop Bodhichitta (Chodron 2023)

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At times like these, when society is polarized and people feel insecure emotionally and financially, we long for connection with others—to know that we’re in this together and that we will take care of one another. Despite this longing, our self-centered mind interferes and keeps us separated.

In order to break down the walls of fear and alienation, we can practice what are called the seven cause-and-effect instructions to develop bodhichitta, the aspiration to attain buddhahood in order to benefit others. This meditation practice helps us see we’ve always been connected to others and that we can open our hearts with love, compassion, and altruism.

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Chodron, Thubten. "A Meditation to Develop Bodhichitta." Lion's Roar. February 13, 2023. https://www.lionsroar.com/meditation-to-develop-bodhichitta/.

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