A Benediction
“May the roots of suffering diminish. May warfare, violence, neglect, indifference, and addiction also decrease.
May the wisdom and compassion of all beings increase, now and in the future.
May we clearly see all the barriers we erect between ourselves and others to be as insubstantial as our dreams.
May we appreciate the great perfection of all phenomena.
May we continue to open our hearts and minds, in order to work ceaselessly for the benefit of all beings.
May we go to the places that scare us.
May we lead the life of a warrior.”
–Pema Chödrön, from The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times
And a song for you.
Happy winter, my friends, and a restful end of 2022 to you and yours.
