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Feb 2025
55m 6s

Lovingkindness – Part 1 of Present Heart...

TARA BRACH
About this episode

Discover the essence of lovingkindness in this first talk of Tara Brach's series, "Present Heart: The Universal Expressions of Love." This series delves into four primary qualities of an awake, wise heart: lovingkindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity.

 

In Part 1, Tara explores the nature of lovingkindness — how it can be blocked by our habitual patterns, and how we can nurture and fully realize this innate capacity through mindful practices and understanding. ❤️

 

What You’ll Learn:

  • Understanding the nature of lovingkindness and its role in spiritual growth
  • Recognizing the habitual patterns that block the expression of love
  • Learning practical techniques to cultivate and deepen lovingkindness
  • Insights on how lovingkindness can transform your relationship with yourself and others
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