Tonglen is a Tibetan Buddhist meditation practice that involves the exchange of self and others, and is often translated as “giving and receiving” or “sending and taking.” The practice is designed to cultivate compassion and alleviate suffering by metaphorically taking in the suffering of others and sending out relief, love, and positive energy. Key Aspects of Tonglen: Tonglen is considered a powerful practice for developing bodhichitta, the mind of enlightenment, by fostering a profound connection with the suffering of others and actively working to alleviate it.