Cultivating Brahma Viharas

Jay Garfield discusses the near enemies of Brahma Viharas, emphasizing the dangers of self-thematization in cultivating qualities like friendliness, sympathy, and impartiality. By focusing on others' well-being without self-centered motives, true Brahma Viharas can be nurtured for genuine connection and compassion.

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