Heart Wisdom with Jack Kornfield Ep. 19 - Buddhist Psychology
Apr 26, 2015
Explore the river of life through the lens of Buddhist psychology, emphasizing mindfulness and emotional management. Discover how embodying both joy and sorrow fosters individual stability and collective well-being. The podcast highlights the transformative power of meditation and the deep connections among all living beings. Personal stories illuminate the unpredictable nature of life, while the importance of presence in relationships is celebrated. Ultimately, it advocates for compassion and awareness in navigating our shared human experiences.
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Remember Your True Nature
- Buddhist psychology invites remembering our true nature rather than fixing ourselves into a new identity.
- The teachings aim at freedom of heart and mind as our birthright.
The Parrot That Wanted Freedom
- A caged parrot asked its owner to tell its companions it remembered freedom and friendship in the meadows.
- The parrot symbolizes the spirit bird in all of us longing to return to freedom.
Mind Changes The Body
- Attention and perception shape physical reactions and health, as early mind-body medicine showed.
- How we think can trigger bodily responses even without physical stimuli.
