There is no clinging to the pleasant, no fleeing from the unpleasant. Mindfulness treats all experiences equally, all thoughts equally, all feelings equally. Nothing is suppressed. Nothing
In "Mindfulness in Plain English," Henepola Gunaratana emphasizes the practice of mindfulness as a way to relate to experiences without attachment or aversion. It teaches individuals to embrace both pleasant and unpleasant experiences equally, fostering an acceptance of what arises in the mind. By treating all thoughts and feelings impartially, practitioners cultivate a state of awareness that allows for genuine acceptance of their present moment.
This approach encourages a non-judgmental attitude, enabling individuals to recognize and acknowledge their experiences without suppression. By doing so, mindfulness promotes emotional resilience and inner peace, guiding one to observe life as it unfolds without being swayed by preferences or fears.
