In October 2025 London Insight Meditation hosted Leigh Brasington for an online workshop on what the suttas (Buddhist texts) actually say about the four Brahma Vihara practices of loving-kindness (metta), compassion (karuna), sympathetic joy (mudita), and equanimity (upekkha).

A deeper look at Mudita

How to practice the Brahma Viharas

The simile of the cloth and The kamala sutta

Introduction to the four Brahma Viharas

A deeper look at Karuna

A deeper look at Metta

Four suttas containing all the Brahma Viharas

Closing metta practice

A deeper look at Upekkha

Welcome to Day 21 of our October mindfulness journey. Today, Nieta guides us through a powerful practice of observing emotions noticing what arises in the mind and body without judgment or labeling.

This exercise is best practiced in real-time, when a strong emotion surfaces. Whether joy, frustration, sadness, or excitement, the invitation is to simply observe and allow, rather than react. This builds equanimity the ability to remain steady and present, no matter what arises.

With just one day left, you’re almost at the finish line! Thank you for being here, for showing up, and for practicing together.

October Challenge 25 - Day 21 – Observing Emotions: Cultivating Equanimity

New tracks tagged #Equanimity