7 Buddhist Concepts that can Transform our Relationships for the Better.
When I studied Buddhism a few years ago in India and Nepal, I was struck by a few concepts.
Buddhism has become my compass ever since. It has taught me how to move through life. It goes without saying that relationships are an integral part of life, and learning how to navigate them has become every couple’s main focus.
As Rumi once said, right or wrong is hard to define — and only when we let go of these ideas can we truly connect with each other. Consequently, we all have different opinions and perspectives, and so we all navigate this big boat called love differently.
It doesn’t matter how we navigate this boat, as long as we make it to the shore. As a Buddhist student and practitioner, I have been navigating my boat the Buddhist way. Although the Buddha never gave any advice regarding romantic love, his teachings can guide us toward the right path.
Here are seven Buddhist concepts that can truly transform our relationships for the better:
1. Kindness. Also known as Mettā, kindness or loving-kindness is a Buddhist concept that implies being kind toward all sentient beings. Regardless of our…
