Cattāri Brahmavihārā

Somehow I always seem to forget that anicca is sewn into the fabric of samsara. I was coasting along for the last week or so on a spiritual high of sorts: my meditations were really satisfying and my daily life practice was proceeding smoothly. And, then, I got a head cold that has refused to give up. For the better art of the last two days I have been unable to feel the breath and my morning anapanasati session completely fell apart. So I decided to try to focus on the gratitude and appreciation I have for this life and the opportunity to meet the Dhamma. And, guess what? No fireworks there either. So it’s good to remember in times like this that there are phases to the practice and to consider this as a purification phase. When I pause to consider how fortunate I am to have met with the Dhamma any disappointment I may experience in attempting to practice seems insignificant. Buddham dhammam sangham namassami.