

Making it RAIN | Tara Brach
75 snips Feb 17, 2021
Tara Brach, a renowned author and meditation teacher with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, dives into the transformative RAIN acronym—Recognize, Allow, Investigate, and Nurture. She shares how this practice can enhance emotional awareness and improve relationships. The conversation explores embracing vulnerability, the interplay of compassion and mindfulness, and the significance of shared meditation experiences. With warmth and openness, Brach also touches on confronting fears to foster authentic living, making for an insightful discussion on personal growth and connection.
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Harris's Teasing
- Dan Harris teased Tara Brach in his first book.
- Brach wasn't upset, viewing it as a lesson in handling "fame and disrepute."
Fame and Disrepute
- People are conditioned to seek approval and validation.
- Detaching from others' opinions is key to finding peace.
Interpersonal Meditation
- Practice interpersonal meditations, like dyad work (eye-gazing).
- This can increase tolerance for discomfort and reveal shared vulnerability.