The essence of mind - Destination: Buddha

The essence of mind is untouched by unpleasant thoughts or conditions that might ordinarily be considered painful. It's naturally peaceful, like the mind of a young child accompanying his parents through a museum.
While his parents are completely caught up in judging and evaluating the various works of art on display, the child merely sees. He doesn't wonder how much some piece of art might have cost, how old a statue is, or whether one painter's work is better than another's. His perspective is completely innocent, accepting everything it beholds.