‘“Five things induce release of heart and lasting peace,” the Buddha told him. “First, a lovely intimacy with good friends. Second, virtuous conduct. Third, frequent conversation that inspires and encourages practice. Fourth, diligence, energy, and enthusiasm for the good. And fifth, insight into impermanence.”’
This was a passage I found in something from Norman Fischer, and I have had it at hand in all my recent conversations and thinking about ease.
Shundo David Haye 