Equanimity is one of the most important skills and qualities one can develop. It is the fourth and last of the sublime abidings (brahmavihara). It is also one of the perfections (paramis) one needs to develop in order to reach enlightenment.   Equanimity is not necessarily the easiest concept to understand but it is crucial, nonetheless.   Equanimity is a balance and form of wisdom in life. You see it clearly in meditation, things come and go but you remain serene.   You don’t get too caught up in the happy feelings and too distraught during the bad feelings.  Picture a straight line. Most humans will be on a roller coaster of ups and downs, whereas once you can develop equanimity the line will never go too high or go too low.