Episode 19 – Buddha’s Four Insights

At this level, the fundamental teachings of the Buddha can be expressed in just four small points • the first point: acknowledging the difficulties of life — the reality of pain, suffering, and confusion • instead of sugar-coating our experience, we can actually face the reality of suffering — and then do something about it • the second point: how ignorance and desire perpetuate and enhance our suffering • the third point: it is possible to experience relief from suffering; in fact, we are designed that way • the fourth point: there is a path that leads from confusion to awakening