Equanimity is that quality of mind that is impartial, calm, and even. The equanimous mind sees clearly and receives without reacting to what is right here, right now. Equanimity is the foundation that lovingness, compassion, and appreciative joy share. The equanimous mind doesn’t grasp onto anything and doesn’t push anything away. Equanimity provides this wisdom: Each of us owns our actions and whether we suffer or are happy is of our doing. The well wishes of others do not change this. The quality of equanimity is not reactive and it is also not indifferent; rather it is open, balanced, impartial, and clear.