Tara Brach

Seeing the Light in Each Other

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Dec 18, 2025
Dive into the exploration of seeing beyond the surface to recognize the sacred goodness in everyone. Learn how the practice of namaste can strengthen connections and transform relationships. Hear personal anecdotes illustrating how love can diffuse conflict and foster compassion, even in the face of violence. Discover practical tips to cultivate empathy and mirror others' light, leading to deeper understanding and healing in society. Ultimately, it's a guide to renewing your intention to appreciate the divine in yourself and others.
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INSIGHT

Meeting As Honoring Inner Light

  • Namaste frames meeting others as honoring the sacred light within both of you.
  • Tara Brach says this ritual awakens the heart and deepens connection in daily life.
INSIGHT

Survival Brain Narrows Perception

  • The survival brain quickly creates an 'other' and narrows perception to threats and faults.
  • Tara Brach notes this reflex drives judgment of others and self-criticism, obscuring basic goodness.
ANECDOTE

Kiss On The Brow: Personal Turn To Kindness

  • Tara Brach recounts getting sick, behaving poorly, feeling shame, then calling on a larger loving presence.
  • The felt message was clear: "You are more than this part; Goodness is here."
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