Life is full of suffering – but leaning into moments of pleasure can allow the nervous system to rest | Nadine Levy

The simplicity of breathing; the sweetness of laughter; the privilege of lying on a bed. Buddhism teaches us how to enjoy the small pleasures Making sense of it is a column about spirituality and how it can be used to navigate everyday life There is a particular Buddhist story that reassured me I had found the right path. The story goes that Prince Siddhartha Gautama was deep in spiritual practice – arduous, unforgiving practice. He had tried everything from breath-holding to extreme fasting. But none of it brought the freedom from suffering he sought. Continue reading...