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197 - A Meditator’s Guide to Buddhism

Secular Buddhism

CHAPTER

Redefining Human Nature through Buddhism

This chapter contrasts Western religious views of human nature with the Buddhist perspective, suggesting that our innate qualities are good rather than flawed. It explores how societal conditioning and evolutionary tendencies shape our negativity bias, obscuring our positive traits like kindness and compassion. The discussion encourages self-discovery and acceptance over self-improvement, advocating for the embrace of our full emotional experiences to find deeper fulfillment and inner peace.

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