Tara Brach Becoming Bodhisattvas in a Troubled World
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Nov 7, 2024 The discussion reflects on how challenges like anger and division can foster growth in compassion and wisdom. It dives into the anxieties surrounding recent elections and global crises, encouraging introspection to find inner strength. Mindful responses to fear and the concept of 'othering' are explored to enhance understanding among differing views. The idea of radical love emerges as a remedy for societal stress, complemented by a guided meditation aimed at nurturing communal compassion amid contemporary challenges.
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Reconnect and Resource
- Pause and reconnect with yourself, others, and the earth to find your center.
- Explore calming activities like music, nature, or helping others, and limit news intake.
The Mentality of Separateness
- Feelings of fear, alarm, and distress are natural responses to threats, but they hinder effective action.
- These emotions often stem from a mentality of separateness and an "us-them" perspective, fueled by unprocessed fear.
Othering in Conversation
- Tara Brach shares an example of how quickly people can "other" those who disagree with them.
- She describes a conversation where her heart tightened simply because someone disagreed with her political analysis.
