In our first Live and Learn video of 2016, I am introducing a Tonglen (Giving and Receiving) Guided Meditation.  This is a practice that may appear difficult at first glance and yet can be profoundly healing.  I urge you to be gentle with yourself as you explore this practice and see if it is one that works for you.

This meditation is based on the Buddhist practice of Tonglen.  There are many resources available that describe the power and purpose of this practice only a short Google search away.  I direct you to the Upaya Zen Center and the work of  the Zen Buddhist teacher Joan Halifax for excellent information on Tonglen and how it helps us to cultivate compassion and mercy for all people (and beings), including ourselves.

Live and Learn 4 – Tonglen Introduction

Live and Learn 4 – Guided Tonglen Meditation