Wonder or Wander

Every exceptional work was the result of a prolonged successful struggle. Innumerable works involved no struggle. There were also prolonged yet unsuccessful struggles. --John Berger (p.110)

Breathing is the most common, but only one of 40 kinds of Samatha meditation methods. Among them, four divine abidings were introduced last night in my first meditation class. First, Metta. It is loving kindness that begins toward myself and extends infinitely to all creatures. Second, Karuna, compassion. It is recognizing and responding to human sufferings. Third, Mudita, sympathetic joy. It is happiness for others' joy. Lastly, Upekkha, equanimity. Detached from all the qualities of emotion mentioned above, one may identify each quality. It is an emotional composure.