February: Love and Loving

Topics to explore this month on love and loving

• What did love look like in your family of origin?

• In what ways is the expression of love in your home/family today similar or different to your childhood experiences?

• Bonus question: Compare stories of your first kiss.

The Buddhist Metta Prayer for Lovingkindness is simple but profound. It starts by blessing oneself and gradually expands outward from there, eventually wishing good intentions for the entire world and all beings, even our enemies.

• May I be filled with lovingindness … May you be filled with lovingkindness.

• May I be happy and healthy … May you be healthy and strong in mind, body, and spirit.

• May I feel connected and calm … May you be happy and peaceful

• May I be free from suffering and live in peace … May you live with ease and well-being.