Bodhicitta: Awakening the Heart

The Awakened Heart

The word "bodhicitta" means heart of awakening or awakened heart and refers to the deeper motivation that leads us to practice. Beyond finding some ease within the daily stresses of life, we intuitively know that our ability to respond wisely makes a difference in the world. When faced with the unexpected difficulties of life, are we going to react with old habits of aversion or irritation or will we respond with kindness? Knowing that our practice is not just for ourselves can provide us with great motivation to deepen our understanding and contribute to greater peace in the world.

Happiness, joy, connection are available when we tune into this beautiful intention - to practice for the benefit of all beings.