Right Effort

Right Effort is about maintaining a balanced and skillful approach to our thoughts, feelings, and actions. It involves cultivating positive mental states while preventing negative ones from arising, as well as abandoning unhelpful habits and encouraging beneficial ones. This means being mindful of our mental habits and making conscious choices to foster well-being and understanding. Essentially, it’s about putting consistent, wise effort into developing a calm, clear mind and compassionate attitude, without pushing too hard or being too lax. This balance helps us progress on the spiritual path and live more skillfully.