Life speeds along. After a time, I feel frazzled and stressed.
Luckily, I have a special remedy for this distress. I listen to spiritual teachings. They pull me out of the vortex, quickly return me to calm, and remind me of what’s truly important in life.
But it only works if I bring the right attitude to listening.
Early in my years-long study of Buddhism, I learned how to avoid the “Three Defects of The Pot.” This classic Buddhist teaching explains how to listen to spiritual teaching to gain the most benefit. It can be applied to any inspirational teaching, whether from an ancient tradition or a hip modern teacher.