Imagine that youre driving and suddenly you hear an unusual sound. You realize that your tire is deflating and pull over to the side of the road. At first glance, you might see the tire as a solid, permanent object, but as the air escapes and the tire deflates, you can see that it is not static or permanent at all. Rather, the tire is constantly changing and dependent on various factors for its existence.

For instance, the tire needs air pressure to maintain its shape and functioning. It is made up of various parts, such as the rubber and metal components, which are themselves made up of further parts. If you were to dissect the tire into its individual components, you would find that there is no inherent self-nature or essence to the tire. Instead, it is a collection of parts that are dependent on various conditions for their existence.

This realization can help us to see the nature of emptiness in all things. By understanding that all phenomena, including ourselves, are dependent on various conditions and devoid of inherent existence, we can let go of our attachment to fixed ideas and identities. In turn, this understanding can lead to deeper wisdom, compassion, and freedom in our lives, as we recognize the interconnectedness of all things and come to accept the impermanence of existence.