Five hindrances

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In Buddhism, the five hindrances (or five nivarana) are negative mental states that impede success with meditation ("Jhana") and lead away from enlightenment.

1. Sensual desire (kamacchanda): Craving for pleasure to the senses.
2. Anger or ill-will (vyapada): Feelings of malice directed toward others.
3. Sloth, torpor and boredom (thina-middha): Half-hearted action with little or no concentration.
4. Restlessness and worry (uddhacca-kukkacca): The inability to calm the mind.
5. Doubt (vicikiccha): Lack of conviction or trust.