Roshi Joan’s Phrases for Those Who Are Struggling

by Anna Belle Leiserson in Metta

For someone who is struggling:

  • May you have strength in the face of any pain and suffering you’re experiencing (at this time).
  • May you be free from anger, fear, and sadness.
  • May you be open to receive others’ love and care.
  • May you be filled with compassion for yourself and others.

From Lesson 4 of the Ten Percent Happier course, “The Dalai Lama’s Guide” (Jan. 2023)