Dont Bite the Hook Finding Freedom from Anger Resentment and Other Destructive Emotions
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Life has a way of provoking us with traffic jams and computer malfunctions, with emotionally distant partners and crying children — and before we know it, we're upset. We feel terrible, and then we end up saying and doing things that only make matters worse. But it doesn't have to be that way, says Pema Chödrön. It is possible to relate constructively to the inevitable shocks, losses, and frustrations of life so that we can find true happiness. The key, Pema explains, is not biting the "hook" of our habitual responses. In this recorded weekend retreat, Pema draws on Buddhist teachings from The Way of the Bodhisattva to reveal how we can:stay centered in the midst of difficultyimprove stressful relationshipsstep out of the downward spiral of self-hatred awaken compassion for ourselves and others 3 CDs, 3 hours
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars I Learned How To Live Again
After listening to me rage, blame, and lose myself in hatefulness for 5 years after a very painful breakup a dear friend loaned me her cds of Pema Chodron talks. I am SO grateful for my friend and for Pema! I'm not a Buddhist(with a capital B) but I found myself again while listening to her(Pema). I have since bought many books and cds and continue to learn more about loving kindness for myself and others (yes, even HIM).
5 Stars Moving beyond reaction to real freedom
Do you find yourself caught in maybe a lifetime of negative reactions to certain events, people, or addictive behaviors in certain situations? Do you find it almost impossible to control yourself from reacting negatively to certain relatives, TV shows, or politicians? Have you ever bought something just because you felt like it was something you should buy, or it was "you," and then gotten it home and felt sick because you didn't need it or shouldn't have spent the money? Who hasn't? Pema Chodron's easy to understand discourse can help you get beyond these self-destructive behaviors in no time. The freedom and peace that lies outside of living in reaction is your reward for listening to this teaching. There is nothing here that will contradict any religious beliefs you may hold, but if more churches, for example, were teaching what she offers here in this simple and straightforward way, utterly without judgment, I think they would find their Sunday attendance would increase significantly. Pema Chodron is entirely sympathetic to the human condition, and rather than condemn it, she helps us clearly identify the behaviors that keep us from living in lovingkindness and joy. I recommend all her books and tapes highly, but if you can only get one to start with, start here.
5 Stars Choose to Be Mindful
I have recently got into The Secret and have been following the
Living The Secret Series which is all about letting go of those 'victim' ways of thinking. Anger, fear… do us no good and attracts more of the same. Positive thinking feels so much better but we must be mindful in order to retrain our thinking. It is up to us to take control of our lives. Try this CD and [[My Secret Meditation]] to make incredible changes in your life. They work! Also, their interactive workbook is outstanding.
5 Stars Purchased as a gift!
Got this for a gift and she loves it and highly recommends this audio book!
5 Stars Don't Bite the Hook
Pema Chodron words can change your life. She uses old texts and a dry sense of humor to illustrate how one can let go of old ways of reacting. I listen to this every six weeks or so as a mental turn up.
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