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From the Metta Hour Podcast with Sharon Salzberg | "Real Life" Book Preview

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Apr 14, 2023

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Sharon Salzberg

Sharon Salzberg, a renowned meditation teacher and author of "Real Life," shares insights on mindfulness and personal growth. She discusses the transformative journey from isolation to connection, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability. The conversation touches on how to embrace inner freedom by challenging limiting beliefs and societal norms. Salzberg also explores the significance of letting go and finding joy in everyday life, urging listeners to seek emotional intelligence and deeper community bonds.

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INSIGHT

The Significance of Passover

The Passover Seder resonated with Salzberg because of the sense of family and shared suffering.
It fostered the idea that life could improve and that progress towards a better life is possible.

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ANECDOTE

Childhood with Grandparents

Sharon Salzberg lived with her grandparents during her childhood after her mother died.
She followed most household practices with little interest, except for the Passover Seder.

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Mitzrayim and Constriction

The Hebrew word "Mitzrayim" translates to "narrow straits", representing constriction and limited options.
We experience this in fear, unforgiveness, feeling trapped, or strong cravings.

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Exploring Freedom and Fulfillment

46:08 • 6min

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The Cyclical Journey to Buddhist Freedom

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Embracing Change and Letting Go: A Journey from Confinement to Freedom

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You may have heard our interview with Sharon Salzberg earlier this week where we talked about openness, not believing the stories you tell yourself, and why the most powerful tools often seem the most stupid at first. I’m a big fan of hers and everything she does, so we wanted to give you a special preview of her new book, Real Life: The Journey from Isolation to Openness and Freedom.

In Real Life, Sharon sets a path out for us, merging the insights of inspiring voices with her own teachings to:

Uncover a deeper sense of ourselves
Expand our vision of what’s possible for ourselves
Align our words, hearts, and actions with our core values
Navigate loss without getting stuck in bitterness or disconnect
Carry a sense of community with us, even in stormy times
Recover from the emotional effects of crisis
Learn the art of letting go and beginning again
Build emotional intelligence to face times of difficulty without fear
Seek out joy in everyday life, even when things don’t go our way
Befriend ourselves on the journey of being human
Embark on the journey to embody a life of curiosity, authenticity, and freedom.

So enjoy this excerpt from her book, Real Life.

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