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Undefended Dharma with Mary Stancavage

The Importance of Joy

April 28, 2026·22 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Oftentimes when things are especially awful, we think that joy may be inappropriate and that we must stay focused on the difficulties. But this is not the case. Bhikkhu Bodhi says that cultivation of joy is important to regulate despair. In this talk Mary discusses what gets in the way of joy and how to allow it into our lives. Equanimity means being present for everything that shows up, even the good. Recorded April 25, 2026 in the virtual world Send me a text with any questions or comments!...

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