The Way of the Great Perfection
A program of the All-Encompassing Path to Enlightenment
Beyond Measure: Training the Mind in the Four Boundless Qualities with Ruth Seehausen
In this talk, we will explore four basic human qualities that we all possess: love, compassion, joy, and equanimity. When these natural capacities are developed to unfold their full potential, they are known as the Four Immeasurables, or Four Boundless Qualities. Cultivating and training in them is the method to open our heart and make bodhichitta arise within our being.
We will look experientially into what these qualities are, and how to develop and train in them, so that they flourish beyond measure and become the foundation for our bodhichitta.
About Ruth Seehausen
Ruth Seehausen was attracted to Tibetan Buddhism from a young age, and became a Rigpa student in 1986. Over the decades, she has contributed in various service and leadership capacities within Rigpa.
Ruth completed the 2006–2009 Three Year Retreat in Lerab Ling, Rigpa’s retreat centre in southern France, as well as a number of shorter retreats over the years. She currently divides her time between Germany and France, and devotes herself to Dharma study, practice and regular retreats, in addition to holding meditation seminars for the general public and guiding Rigpa students on Vajrayana preliminary practices.
Ruth has a deep interest in the workings of mind, exploring how Buddhist study and practice can help modern audiences cope with life's challenges, and equip them with the tools to overcome them. She has been passionate about fine arts and photography since childhood, and has completed numerous trainings in this field.
