The Modern Buddhism Podcast

Find the Real You: How to Build Unshakeable Self-Esteem

Mar 20, 2025
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Kadam Morten Clausen
In this engaging conversation, Kadam Morten Clausen, the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center NYC, delves into the roots of low self-esteem. He reveals how our negative self-view can limit us and emphasizes the importance of changing this perspective through Buddhist meditation. Kadam discusses transforming grief into compassion and highlights the vital role of community in bolstering self-worth. By reframing the past and embracing our true selves, he inspires listeners to cultivate authentic self-esteem and lasting happiness.
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INSIGHT

Self-Perception and Self-Esteem

  • Low self-esteem stems from a negative self-perception.
  • We often see ourselves as separate, limited, and flawed, leading to self-criticism.
ADVICE

Meditation for Self-Esteem

  • Practice meditation to create distance from your negative self-image.
  • This allows you to experience inner peace and cultivate a more positive self-identity.
ANECDOTE

Kadam Morten Clausen's Personal Journey

  • Kadam Morten Clausen shares how his father's death led to feelings of insecurity and isolation.
  • Through meditation, he shifted perspective and cultivated compassion, transforming his pain.
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