7 things for tranquility to grow

Seven things for tranquility to grow:

1. Eating good and fine food

2. Living in a pleasant climate

3. Maintaining a comfortable posture without pain or distress

4. Staying ballanced in all situations and regarding all aspects

5. Avoidance of restless, anxious, agitated and stressed people

6. Friendship with bodily and mentally calmed people

7. Commitment to calm down the mind by cultivating quiet and tranquility

(from Samyutta Nikaya 46)

References

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