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Kali Basman: Cultivating Wonder

Oct 29, 2024
Kali dives into the multifaceted journey of practice, highlighting the importance of recognizing our shadow sides. She emphasizes how avoiding difficult emotions can amplify our suffering. Through kind awareness, we hold ourselves accountable without blame, fostering a space for healing. The discussion blends personal stories and transformative ideas about vulnerability, resilience, and growth. By embracing uncertainty with curiosity, we can uncover wonder even in life's turbulent moments.
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INSIGHT

The Practice Field Framing

  • Kali defines the 'practice field' as the intentional space where we bring broad human experience into practice.
  • She says avoiding shadow parts narrows awakening and prolongs suffering.
ADVICE

Take Responsibility With Kindness

  • Bring kindness and insight to how you're responsible for your suffering rather than blaming.
  • Train yourself to orient toward what you can give instead of what you can get.
INSIGHT

Cultivation Over Control

  • Kali highlights 'bhavana' (cultivation) as central to the Buddha's teaching and practice.
  • She emphasizes cultivating mind and heart is essential because certainty is unattainable.
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