Among the paramitas, embraced by the practice traditions of the yogis who came to Richie’s lab, are generosity, whether material, like the Dalai Lama giving away his prize money, or even simple presence, giving of oneself; and ethical conduct, not harming oneself or others and following guidelines for self-discipline. Another: patience, tolerance, and composure. This also implies a serene equanimity. “Real peace,” the Dalai Lama told an MIT audience, “is when your mind goes twenty-four hours a day with no fear, no anxiety.” There’s energetic effort and diligence; concentration and
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