The connection between wisdom (paññā) and the heart qualities, such as goodwill (mettā) and compassion (karunā), can be a delightful discovery in Buddhist practice. The clear, nonjudgmental awareness of wisdom can feel like warmth, inclusion, and safety when fully received. In turn, the truly open heart is free of the distortions of ill will and other limiting mindstates, and hence can see experience clearly.
‘What it is’ by Eric Fryde.
“It is madness says reason,
it is what it is, says love,
it is unhappiness, says calculation,
it is nothing but pain, says fear,
it has no future, says insight,
it is what it is, says love.
It’s ridiculous, says pride,
it’s foolish, says caution,
it’s impossible says experience,
it is what it is, says love
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