In the Buddhist teachings, the three poisons of aversion, attachment and ignorance are shown to be the primary causes of people trapped in suffering. They are also the root of all of the other mental states that cloud the mind and manifest in unwholesome actions. The three poisons are represented in the hub of the wheel of life as a pig, a bird, and a snake.

On today’s episode of 10 minute Tuesday, I’ll show you why these three poisons are part of the pain of unnecessary suffering in the world and how to replace them with generosity, loving kindness and wisdom instead.