Spread the Love! Metta, or "lovingkindness", is the recognition that all beings, including ourselves, have the desire for happiness. Practicing metta is the aspiration that we all be happy and free from suffering.

This shirt is a reminder of the preciousness of being human, and the capacity we have to love ourselves, our family, our community, and our enemies with unconditional attention and kindness.This t-shirt is based on the teachings about "metta" or "lovingkindness" offered by the Buddha in ancient India. To learn more about metta, click here.

The IDP is dedicated to responsible consumption. This tee is produced by local providers using water-based inks on 100% organic cotton.

The Interdependence Project is for people interested in exploring their minds on the meditation cushion and applying the insights, clarity, and wisdom developed by meditation techniques to a variety of applications in the world of arts, ecology, activism and community service. The I.D. Project offers various weekly and monthly Buddhism and meditation classes in NYC's East Village, as well as workshops and retreats on a variety of topics from the world of contemplative education, activism, and the arts.