The Modern Buddhism Podcast

In this episode, Kadam Adam and Buddhist monk Gen Doryning discuss how conflict can become a pivotal time for achieving real success. They both share relatable stories of conflict that helped them to change their reactions and eventually to transform difficult relationships into ones that made them better people. Gen Doryning explains how easy it is for conflict to make us blind to the other person, only seeing them through our own painful feelings. They discuss how having the confidence to view difficult people in a different light, not only makes it possible to change the situation but also has a very positive impact on our lives. For anyone struggling with conflict in any situation, this podcast will inspire you to deal with it better and come out of it a better person. 00:00 Intro 00:21 A story of conflict 07:03 Change your mind and reality changes 11:43 Conflict makes us blind 15:20 Controlling one's feelings to resolve problems 18:10 Be strong in conflict 21:35 Difficulties transform us 31:23 Knowing people change, we change 33:35 Bring out the best in others 37:00 Connect with other's realities to dissolve painful feelings 45:56 Becoming a better person because of difficulties 49:54 The secret of self-esteem Book references Universal Compassion: https://kadampa.org/book/universal-compassion Gen Kelsang Dornying is the Resident Teacher in Kadampa Meditation Center Leeds https://www.meditationinleeds.org/ The participants of these podcasts are practicing meditation according to the New Kadampa Tradition, which has over a thousand meditation centers worldwide. See more https://kadampa.org/ WANT MORE? Find a meditation center near you https://kadampa.org/nkt-center-search/?lang=en Listen to teaching clips: youtube.com/nktikbu https://open.spotify.com/show/5QPCFEyZz74nOHZbQr1B4z Subscribe to get notifications of new videos. Follow the Modern Buddhism Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/modernbuddhismpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernbuddhismpodcast/ TIkTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernbuddhismpodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lgQNhbjMGoHOxBnjkfmK4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/519b6d69-b6ed-46b2-ab56-ebaf59adf96e/the-modern-buddhism-podcast #modermbuddhismpodcast #buddhism #pain #painful #painfulmoments #injury #alone #anime #heartbroken #painmanagement #recovery #healthylifestyle #invisibleillness #spoonie #therapy #narutoshippuden #depressed #conflict #conflictresolution #relationships #communication #conflictmanagement #mentalhealth #divorce

Gen Kelsang Rabten, a seasoned Buddhist monk with over 30 years of meditation experience, shares his insights on overcoming anxiety. He elaborates on how anxious thoughts are mere tricks of the mind and offers practical meditation techniques to combat this modern epidemic. Discover the best meditation according to Buddha for tackling anxiety, and learn how to transform fear into compassion. Gen Rabten emphasizes the power of letting go of the fear of failure and using mindfulness to redefine success, ultimately guiding listeners to embrace a fearless life.

Miri Renner, Resident Teacher at the Kadampa Meditation Center Hamburg, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming chronic pain through meditation. She discusses transforming adversity into resilience, promoting acceptance and compassion as tools to combat isolation. Miri highlights how shifting focus from self to others can foster joy and connection, even in the face of pain. She emphasizes that inner peace can be cultivated amidst struggles and encourages listeners not to despair but to use their experiences to connect deeply with others.

Gen Kelsang Menla, a seasoned Buddhist monk and caregiver, shares his enlightening journey of caring for his mother. He discusses the emotional rollercoaster of caregiving, emphasizing the importance of self-care to combat exhaustion and compassion fatigue. Listeners will appreciate his four essential self-care tips, which include nurturing rest and maintaining a positive mindset. Menla highlights how caregiving can deepen relationships, urging caregivers to embrace imperfection and find joy in their experiences. A must-listen for those navigating the challenges of caregiving!

In this enlightening discussion, Gen Gomlam, a Buddhist nun and experienced hospice nurse, shares her profound insights on death and dying. She explores the challenges and rewards of hospice care, and what truly happens when we die. Gen advocates for embracing mortality as a path to inner freedom, highlighting the importance of compassion and mental preparation. She also discusses the limitless potential of the human mind and how Buddhist teachings can transform our perspective on life and end-of-life care.