Present Heart: The Universal Expressions of Love, Part 1 - Lovingkindness
Tara Brach

Present Heart: The Universal Expressions of Love, Part 1 - Lovingkindness

May 7, 2026 · 59 min

About this episode

<p>Discover the essence of lovingkindness in this first talk of Tara's series, "Present Heart: The Universal Expressions of Love." This series delves into four primary qualities of an awake, wise heart: lovingkindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity.<br /> In Part 1, Tara explores the nature of lovingkindness — how it can be blocked by our habitual patterns, and how we can nurture and fully realize this innate capacity through mindful practices and understanding.</p> <p><br /> What You'll Learn:<br /> ▪️Understanding the nature of lovingkindness and its role in spiritual growth<br /> ▪️Recognizing the habitual patterns that block the expression of love<br /> ▪️Learning practical techniques to cultivate and deepen lovingkindness<br /> ▪️Insights on how lovingkindness can transform your relationship with yourself and others</p> <p> </p> <p class="p1">Our introduction music is from "Opening" by Adrienne Torf, © 2025 ABT Music</p>