Circle Of Skills
In this episode, I explore the concept of the "circle of skills" as a metaphor for gradual growth and understanding, drawing parallels between physical rehabilitation and Buddhist practice. I share my personal experience of recovering from a shoulder injury, highlighting how approaching physical therapy with small, consistent steps, much like slowly expanding one's circle of skills, led to successful recovery. This experience illuminated how Buddhist practice, particularly the Four Noble Truths, encourages us to work with discomfort and suffering incrementally rather than attempting overwhelming leaps. I emphasize that applying this principle to mindfulness and meditation, starting with brief, regular moments of awareness, builds a stronger foundation for seeing the interconnectedness of all things, a core aim of Buddhist practice and the first step on the Eightfold Path: right view. Ultimately, expanding this "circle of skills" is also a "circle of understanding," transforming our relationship with reality by deepening our comprehension of our own minds and the stories we create.
