5 substitutes for the 5 hindrances

Five substitutes for the five hindrances:

1. Sense desire & lust (kama-chanda) should be substituted with attention on disgusting aspects.

2. Anger and ill-will (vyapada) should be substituted with infinite and universal friendliness.

3. Lethargy and laziness (thina-middha) should be substituted with enthusiastic energy.

4. Restlessness and regret (uddhacca-kukkucca) should be substituted with calm tranquillity.

5. Skeptical doubt and uncertainty (vici-kiccha) should be substituted with curious examination.

References

• The Complete Book of Buddha's Lists -- Explained. David N. Snyder, Ph.D., 2006.
• http://www.thedhamma.com/