Tara Brach
Saying Yes: A Conversation with Tara Brach & Jane Hirshfield
Sep 14, 2023
Tara Brach interviews renowned poet Jane Hirshfield about the interface between poetry and meditation, the challenge of saying yes to everything, the transformative power of meditation and writing, the counter evolutionary nature of awakening, exploring egolessness and compassion, and the desire for wholeness.
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- Saying 'yes' to our experiences can lead to greater freedom and open us up to service.
- Self-acceptance helps us move beyond self-centeredness and cultivate a deeper sense of connection with the world.
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Accepting what comes into our lifetime
Jane Hirschfield discusses the practice of saying 'yes' to everything that comes into our lives. She reflects on the challenge of accepting both the joyful and difficult experiences, and how poems and meditation can help with this practice. By saying 'yes' to our experiences, we can find a greater sense of freedom and open ourselves up to service.
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