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“Higher self mind states”

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Link, Equanimity Practice – Jack, Kornfield
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“Sublime states of mind and body” refers to a heightened, elevated state of being. Often associated with spiritual practices like meditation, where one experiences profound peace, clarity, and positive emotions. Encompassing both a calm and focused mental state and a sense of physical wellbeing. Usually achieved through cultivating qualities like loving-kindness, compassion, and equanimity. Often drawing from Buddhist teachings of the “Four Sublime States” (Brahmaviharas) which include Metta (loving-kindness), Karuna (compassion), Mudita (sympathetic joy), and Upekkha (equanimity).
Key points about “sublime states of mind and body”:
  • Positive mental and physical experience:
    It describes a state where one feels deeply connected to themselves and others, experiencing a sense of inner harmony and well-being, both mentally and physically.
  • Buddhist origin:
    The concept is strongly linked to Buddhist teachings, where the “Four Sublime States” are considered key practices for attaining enlightenment.
  • Cultivation through meditation:
    These states are typically cultivated through meditation practices where one focuses on developing positive emotions and a sense of equanimity. 
“The Four Subl​ime States Contemplations on Love, Compassion, Sympathetic Joy and Equanimity” refers to a Buddhist practice of meditating on and cultivating four positive mental states: loving-kindness (metta), compassion (karuna), sympathetic joy (mudita), and equanimity (upekkha), considered to be the highest and most expansive states of mind, often described as “boundless” or “immeasurable” due to their universal application towards all beings without discrimination. 

Link, Text Explanations:
  • https://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/nyanaponika/wheel006.html.

Key points about the Four Sublime States:

  • “Sublime”: Indicates the elevated and noble nature of these states. 
  • “Contemplations”: Refers to the practice of intentionally focusing the mind on cultivating these qualities through meditation. 
  • Love (Metta): A feeling of universal friendliness and goodwill towards all beings. 
  • Compassion (Karuna): A desire to alleviate suffering in others. 
  • Sympathetic Joy (Mudita): Taking genuine pleasure in the happiness of others. 
  • Equanimity (Upekkha): A balanced and accepting attitude towards all experiences, both pleasant and unpleasant. 
In the language of the Buddha, these are metta, karuna, mudita, and upekkha. In English they are commonly known as loving-kindness, compassion, appreciative joy, and equanimity.