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Embracing Imperfection: The Path to True Self Acceptance with La Sarmiento

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Dec 13, 2024
La Sarmiento, a Vipassana meditation practitioner dedicated to inclusive spiritual communities, dives deep into the journey of embracing imperfection for true self-acceptance. They discuss the internal battle of nurturing positive traits and the importance of self-worth amidst societal challenges. La shares impactful stories of identity and belonging, stressing the transformative nature of community. The conversation also touches on mindfulness practices that foster self-compassion and the nuanced relationship between social identity and spiritual teachings.
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Early Life and Dharma

  • La Sarmiento internalized negative messages about their identity early in life, feeling unworthy due to societal pressures.
  • Practicing Dharma helped La understand their inherent worth and dismantle those negative messages.
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Connecting with Mary

  • La Sarmiento shares a story about connecting with Mary, a Trump supporter, at a Dharma retreat.
  • Despite differing political views, they found common ground through open communication and respect.
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Childhood Gender Identity

  • From a young age, La preferred clothes and toys typically associated with boys.
  • Entering puberty brought discomfort and a sense of not fitting into traditional gender roles.
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