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81 – Five Steps for Positive Change without Waging War on the Self
81 – Five Steps for Positive Change without Waging War on the Self
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Length:
25 minutes
Released:
Nov 24, 2018
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Podcast episode
Description
It’s natural and healthy to aspire to things like having more equanimity, being more generous, and overcoming negative habits – and, in fact, such aspiration is part of the Buddhist path. However, when we encounter aspects of ourselves that are difficult to change, we may be tempted to wage war on ourselves. This is not only counterproductive, it’s incompatible with our own aspirations. I’ll outline five steps to working on positive changes in your thoughts and behavior without waging war on the self.
Released:
Nov 24, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode
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