ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Tapihritsa

Tapihritsa is a word that comes from a Tibetan Buddhist teaching. It is very difficult to explain, but let's give it a try.

Think about when you get really upset or angry about something that happened. Your heart beats faster, you might feel hot, and your thoughts start racing. You feel like you can’t control your emotions.

Tapihritsa is a way of calming down those strong negative feelings. It’s like taking a deep breath and focusing on your mind instead of your body. It's like putting your mind in a super peaceful place.

When you practice tapihritsa, you learn to be calm and kind no matter what happens. You become like a mountain, strong and steady, even when the wind is blowing hard.

So, tapihritsa is a way of training your mind to be peaceful, calm, and kind. Just like practicing playing piano or riding a bike makes you better, practicing tapihritsa helps you be a better person.