In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna offers a variety of perspectives based in wisdom that act as antidotes to our mentally afflicted states. He also speaks about how important context and integration are in relation to the various practices, rituals, and teachings that we receive. This episode was recorded on December 14th, 2022. Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve.  As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.   May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.