My teacher Thich Nhat Hanh describes upekkhā as the practice of inclusiveness. It’s the ability to stand firm, and at the same time not take sides, to include many perspectives. He emphasized the need for openness and not being ideological, dogmatic, or imprisoned in our views. Being inclusive means we both give and have spaciousness. But how do we face the world as it is, especially in these times, and keep our hearts spacious?