Equanimity is defined in Wikipedia as "... a state of psychological stability and composure which is undisturbed by experience of or exposure to emotions, pain, or other phenomena that may cause others to lose the balance of their mind."

Our country is experiencing chaos for a multitude of reasons AND it is an election year! Even those of us normally balanced and clear-minded go in and out of equanimity more than usual. It is time for us to make conscious choices for our own well-being and for the well-being of our country. What will we choose and how will we make that choice? I think many of us see the United States as a country divided. I know I had started to do so. During a Chopra Instructors' meditation yesterday I received clarity and I hope the insight I gained will be of service to you.

I am choosing to seek and help re-create equanimity in my beloved country. I am looking within myself first of course. Am I caring for myself in ways that establish balance and harmony...