I had a lot of bodily discomfort tonight during the Sunday night meditation with my meditation group. It got so bad that there were points where I fantasized about running out of the room to go straight home but once I started to help break down the room and engaged with other members of the group my attention shifted from the pain to a genuine interest in the people I was with. It’s hard to describe but I feel such a gratitude and appreciation for the members of the group who are trying their level best to follow this path and for the teacher we have. I have often felt the same about everyone who has commented here and want to express my deep appreciation for all of my brothers and sisters in the Dhamma. Sukhi hotu!
Posted by: Michael | 03/04/2013
Brothers and Sisters in the Dhamma
Posted in Buddhism, Daily Practice, Dhamma, Theravada | Tags: appreciation, community, Dhamma, gratitude, parisa, Sangha
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