■ Contents
Acknowledgements
List of Abbreviations
Introduction
Part 1 What Is Self-Compassion?
Mallikā Sutta
Who Do You Love More?
Those Who Love Themselves
Do Not Harm Others
- Being True to Yourself
- Turn Your Attention from Yourself to Others
- Shift from Self-Compassion to the Compassion for Others
The Golden Rule of Buddhism
Part 2 Five Steps to Cultivate
Self-Compassion
- Be Compassionate to Yourself
- Choose Loving-Kindness, Not Anger
- Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
- Be Positive
- Keep Your Meditation Practice on Track
Part 3 Empathy
Part 4 From Self (attā) to Non-Self (anattā)
The Positive Side of Self (attā)
Who Seeks Transformation?
Unpacking Desire in Saṃsāra
Why Non-Self?
Transform Self into Non-Self
Part 5 Self-Dependence
Three Verses that Showcase the Strength and Nurturing Power of Self
- Do It Now, Do Not Wait
- What Protects You from Saṃsāra?
- Never Give up on Your Purpose
Part 6 Self (attā) for Personal Spiritual Growth
Take Care of Both You and Others
Cultivate Your Mind