Tonglen For Coronavirus Outbreak: Transforming Fear & Impermanence To Compassion

Today, we look briefly at Tonglen, a Tibetan Buddhist practice that revolves around giving and taking.

Celia found this to be a powerful meditation to transform fear into compassion and healing, whilst acknowledging the impermanence of all things in this time of the coronavirus pandemic. This practice is powerful and may be difficult for some. It was often, in previous times, considered wise to be kept as a secret practice. It is presented in a gentle and accommodating way.

Reviews

This is a masterpiece…I am in awe that this recording exists. I have been listening to it just about every night as I practice Tonglen for myself and for all the longhaulers suffering in the world.

My whole body relaxed. I love the image of a dark pearl. Namaste for your calming voice, your transforming wisdom

This was one of the most difficult meditations I have ever done. Felt as if I were being asked to close my eyes and walk backwards. I plan on exploring this further as I had a deep visceral response. I felt my breath becoming more shallow and a feeling of nausea as I was bringing in suffering. I had to open to allow my heart center to take it in. This is a powerful teaching; the importance of acceptance of impermanence. Many thanks.

Beautiful 🧘🏻‍♀️! I would love to be able to memorize the final mantra “May you be ...,” it is very powerful

Wonderful. Thank you🙏🏽