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Finding Balance By Setting Boundaries
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Length:
58 minutes
Released:
Aug 8, 2021
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Podcast episode
Description
The teachings show us that setting healthy boundaries with others is an incredibly important skill that can help us to live with more balance, joy, and ease in our lives - but of course, this isn’t always easy. Students often ask: “The teachings point to the concept of annata, no-self … so, why is there a need for boundaries? The Buddha urges us to care of others like a mother might care for her only child … so, why do I feel selfish or cruel when I say no?” In this talk, we explore what the teachings have to say about these questions and more as they relate to learning how we can more wisely and compassionately know and protect our limits.
Released:
Aug 8, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
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