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Jack Kornfield & Yung Pueblo On: How To Meditate When You’re Freaking Out, the Limits of the Thinking Mind, & Balancing Self-Interest with Compassion

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Nov 29, 2023
Join renowned Buddhist monk Jack Kornfield and bestselling author Diego Perez, aka Yung Pueblo, as they dive into the art of meditation amid life's chaos. They explore how to handle conflict with compassion and the vital role of community in sustaining a meditation practice. Discover the balance between self-interest and altruism, and gain insights on loving without attachment. They also delve into personal growth through mindfulness and the transformative power of compassion in overcoming adversity.
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ADVICE

Daily Meditation

  • Meditate every day, even if just for a few minutes, to stay grounded.
  • Daily reconnection with impermanence helps manage ego and enhances awareness in relationships and work.
INSIGHT

Thought vs. Freedom

  • Our minds exist in an infinite space of thought and perceptions, but this offers no true freedom.
  • Cultivating observation and feeling through meditation builds a capacity for greater freedom, balancing the useful but often unbalanced space of thought.
ADVICE

Community Support

  • Seek community support, especially when struggling to maintain a meditation practice.
  • Gathering with others creates a sense of shared purpose and strengthens the ability to stay present and find well-being.
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