near enemy

The “near enemy” of even-minded love (Day 82)

The traditional term "near enemy" points to some spiritually unhelpful quality or experience that can be mistaken for a helpful…

July 3, 2013

The “near enemy” of mudita, or joyful appreciation (Day 60)

We shouldn't experience mudita, or joyful appreciation for happiness that arises in others through unskillful actions. If someone feels joy…

June 11, 2013

Sorrow is failed compassion (Day 28)

I've had more people asking me about the "near enemy" of compassion. So here goes... The "near enemy" is, by…

May 9, 2013