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Standing In Line - 2 Minute Lovingkindness Practice

by Sharon Salzberg

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4.8

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Meditation

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Everyone

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One of the many in the Sharon’s Street Lovingkindness Series (featured on her website), this takes the formal meditation practice of Lovingkindness off the cushion and into your life. Explore a new way to interact with the world around you. By expanding your circle of kindness you can discover deeper connections and joy right where you are.

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Transcript

Standing in line,

Just waiting.

It can be frustrating.

Wanting things to move faster,

With places to go.

I don't want to be late.

Instead of getting stressed out,

Take a breath.

Savor this moment.

Simply be aware.

Feel your feet on the ground.

Notice the space around you.

And those in front and behind.

The sounds.

People passing by.

Here is a chance to fully acknowledge each person.

An opportunity to offer loving kindness.

May be safe.

May be happy.

May be healthy.

May be at ease.

May be joyful.

May be peaceful.

May be contented.

May be safe.

May be happy.

May be joyful.

Just as you seek happiness,

All beings everywhere also want happiness.

Wish everyone you see and everyone unseen,

Unconditional good wishes.

May all beings be at peace.

This is street loving kindness.

This is Sharon Salzberg.

Still standing in line.

Meet your Teacher

Sharon Salzberg New York, NY, USA

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Recent Reviews

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Martha

March 20, 2025

I love Street Loving Kindness! It's such a great reminder that we can always send loving kindness into the world, no matter where we are ot what's happening around us. ❤️

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Lisa

December 1, 2024

I have been practicing this and wow does it flip the script turning those moments of stress into peaceful meditation moments. Thank you!

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Nicola

August 13, 2024

An excellent reminder to fall into mindful awareness and cultivate compassion

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Barbara

July 25, 2024

Thanks for the reminder for such a simple, kind practice that can be done at any time.❤️🙏🏾❤️

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Anne

May 23, 2024

Fantastic reminder. Even standing in line to bring forth loving kindness. Thank you.

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TeaLadyNat

March 24, 2024

So simplistic yet so powerful. Really resonates with me. 💖

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Kristi

September 8, 2023

Easy and compassionate

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Kathleen

May 28, 2023

I'm having a rough morning healthwise. This made me smile. Thank you, Sharon

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Rita🌈

March 6, 2023

Thank you. It’s always helpful to be reminded of the many places to practice loving kindness. 🌈

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Robin

August 17, 2022

I love Sharon’s style. She offers peace & makes me laugh. Magic combination

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Trish

May 10, 2022

A great , Pithy reminder of real life practice & reorientation. Thanks!

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Cindy

March 7, 2022

Thanks for the reminder of how to peacefully stand in line. ☺️

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Linda

February 28, 2022

A quick change of attitude. Thank you for sharing this meditation.

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Michele

January 25, 2022

Absolutely loved this! I’m definitely revisiting this short session next time I’m in a real-world frustrating or exasperating situation. Thank you! 😊🌻

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Kat

January 5, 2022

Totally love this!!! Your teachings are a gift Sharon. Blessings to you. _^..^_

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Yvette

November 18, 2021

Always a joy to listen to Sharon. Thank you for sharing.

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Erika

October 29, 2021

Thank you. I used this while waiting in the school pick up line. I was fully upset and not thinking kindly towards the other parents. Sharon, you always have a kind way of leading people towards compassion for others. Thank you.

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Holly

September 22, 2021

Dear Sharon, may YOU be peaceful, healthy and happy! Thank you for spreading love throughout the world for decades.

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Clive

September 6, 2021

A short, but sweet meditation that I can see myself utilising often. Thank you Sharon 🙏🏾😊

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Estelle

August 16, 2021

Be in the moment, everywhere, in line, in traffic, thank you Sharon

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