Crossing Tibet: 15 Lost

Episode 15: Lost Early on the morning of 16 September, the group, now consisting of about 180 people, packed up their food and remaining possessions and set off for the Tsophu Pass. The weather was good, with only light snowfall. And the climb was not nearly as steep as they had feared. The snow, which turned to ice towards the ridge, made walking far less difficult than they had thought. Meditation is a way in which we learn to be here. Such a specific, concrete and personal practice makes us joyful. You could call this joy selfless because it does not glorify anyone, neither your own person nor others. You simply appreciate with a joyful heart that you have found genuine access to yourself.