Kaira Jewel Lingo, a lay dharma teacher and former nun in Thich Nhat Hanh’s Order of Interbeing, shares her wisdom on nurturing relationships. She introduces the Beginning Anew practice, a transformative Buddhist tool for resolving conflict and deepening bonds. Listeners learn about its four steps and how even skeptics can benefit. Kaira discusses the significance of gratitude and appreciation, emphasizing personal accountability and effective communication as essential for healthy connections.
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Beginning Anew Practice
Express appreciation and regrets every two weeks to refresh relationships.
This practice, called Beginning Anew, originated with the Buddha.
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School Staff Experience
Kaira Jewel Lingo shared a story about a school staff who felt refreshed after Beginning Anew.
Despite initial tiredness, the practice energized and connected them.
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Customizing the Practice
Customize the practice; it doesn't have to be formal.
Combine it with a treat, like a special drink or activity.
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In this book, Kaira Jewel Lingo provides accessible advice on navigating life's challenges, including change, loss, and disruption. Drawing on Buddhist teachings, she offers ten concise chapters with essential teachings and meditations to help readers develop ease, presence, and self-compassion. The book is designed to support readers in releasing fear and doubt, and in cultivating wisdom, resilience, and balance in the face of global and personal disruptions.
Planting Seeds
Practicing Mindfulness with Children
Thich Nhat Hanh
Planting Seeds offers a comprehensive approach to mindfulness for children, providing activities such as mindful breathing, walking, and meditation. These practices aim to relieve stress, improve concentration, and foster compassion in young minds. The book includes a CD with guided meditations and songs to enhance the learning experience.
Are We Together?
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R.C. Sproul
A New Beginning
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Pastor Greg Laurie
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This episode explores a Buddhist tool for resolving conflict and keeping your relationships on the rails. This tool, known as the Beginning Anew practice, was designed by the Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, who died back in January, and who we are celebrating this week on the show. On Monday’s episode, we spoke with a long-time student of Thich Nhat Hanh, Brother Phap Dung.
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