Buddhist Strategies for Suffering Less and Improving Your Meditation | Lama Rod Owens
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The Balance of Self-Care and Goodness
This chapter examines the Buddhist notion of self-care as integral to being a bodhisattva, asserting that one must honor personal needs while supporting others. It discusses the challenges of maintaining genuine goodness in the face of societal expectations and the importance of setting boundaries to avoid resentment in relationships. By reflecting on recent social tensions and personal experiences, the chapter emphasizes that true goodness is an evolving practice rooted in the intent to alleviate suffering.
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