Daily Dharma One of the best ways to overcome a defilement is to be able to laugh at it. To be able to laugh at your own foibles gives you some distance from them. – Interview with Thanissaro Bhikkhu by Matthew Gindin, “(En)lighten Up! Uncovering the Buddha’s Wit” Get Buddhist wisdom delivered to your inbox daily. We’re sorry, there was an error. Please try again. The Daily Dharma App is now available!