Continuing our study of the 2016 Blue Mountain Journal Forgiving Others, Forgiving Ourselves, this week we will read “Ten Tips from Easwaran on How to Forgive,” on pages 23–31. The article is full of Easwaran’s practical advice and inspiration. He writes, “It takes a good deal of inner strength to remain calm and compassionate in the face of fierce opposition, never losing your balance or resorting to harsh language. But when you can do this, a kind of miracle takes place which all of us can verify. The other person becomes calmer, his eyes clear a little too; soon communication is established once again.”

Read this article as if you and Easwaran are having a conversation. What advice does he give you, and how can you apply it this week?
Continue your effort to imitate Easwaran’s evening routine. He started at dinner, consciously creating an atmosphere in the ashram of light-hearted, loving companionship. Try this in your own way in your unique setting. Then at the end of the day, turn off other media, read from Easwaran for a few minutes, and let the mantram soothe you to sleep.

For a spiritual treat this week, we are pleased to offer this three-minute video in which Easwaran describes a connection between cultivating patience and deepening our devotion.