About this episode

Andrew discusses the Buddha's 4 Great Efforts and how to prevent and abandon unwholesome mind states.

in this episode Andrew dives into an essential aspect of the Buddha's path to awakening, The 4 Great Efforts. Early in his life, the Buddha discovered that he can categorize his mental states into two baskets: wholesome and unwholesome. he saw that wholesome mind states led to his welfare and happiness and the welfare and happiness of others, and he became resolute to prevent and abandon the type of mind states that led to his suffering and the suffering of those around him. Here's a look at how to do it. Enjoy!

People in this episode

Host: Andrew

Topics covered

• Buddhism
• mental states
• wholesome
• unwholesome
• awakening
• suffering

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