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Loving-Kindness (Metta)

Wish well for self, beloved, neutral, difficult, world.

15 min Intermediate

Goal

Expand compassion circle from self to world gradually.

Steps

  1. 1
    Wish self: "May I be safe, happy".
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Expected Outcome

Immediate
Inner warmth.

Evidence base

School: Metta / Buddhist

Founders: Sharon Salzberg (1995)

Salzberg.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does "Loving-Kindness (Metta)" take?
This exercise takes about 15 minutes, practiced solo in a Written reflection format.
When will I notice the effect of "Loving-Kindness (Metta)"?
Inner warmth. In the short term: Hatred for hard people eases.
Is "Loving-Kindness (Metta)" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Metta / Buddhist (Sharon Salzberg (1995)). Salzberg.
Is "Loving-Kindness (Metta)" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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