Bhikkhu Bodhi: Maha-assapura Sutta: The Greater Discourse at Assapura 5 of 8

This podcast explores the five hindrances in Buddhism: sensual desire, ill will, sloth-torpor, restlessness-worry, and doubt, along with their antidotes. The speaker uses vivid analogies—like debt, illness, prison, slavery, and a desert journey—to illustrate each hindrance. Practical strategies for overcoming these challenges are shared, including meditation techniques such as mindfulness of breathing and loving-kindness, as well as physical practices like walking meditation and posture adjustments. The conversation highlights that while understanding these concepts intellectually is valuable, experiencing them through practice is essential for overcoming mental barriers and achieving true liberation.