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Embrace the Present to Alleviate Suffering

Nowadays, it’s easy to find ourselves running away from the present moment. We often resist what is happening right now, yearning for a different reality, that aligns more closely with our desires and expectations. This aversion to the present and the constant resistance to our current circumstances can lead to immense suffering. But what if the key to a more peaceful and fulfilling life lies … Continue reading Embrace the Present to Alleviate Suffering

Escaping the Emotional Rabbit Hole

The Parable of the Second Arrow According to the Buddha, any time we suffer misfortune, two arrows fly our way. The first arrow is the bad event itself, which certainly can (and often does) cause pain. The second arrow is our reaction to the bad event, the suffering we attach to our pain. This secondary pain, he tells us, is always self-inflicted.  What you might not have been told, however, … Continue reading Escaping the Emotional Rabbit Hole

From great pain to great motivation

   In my “journeys” on YouTube while listening to what the greatest people have to say about everything, I’ve noticed that so many of them got awesome because they were at a very low point in their lives and they decided to do something about it.    It’s interesting how we feel the need of some sort of change when we’re suffering and it seems … Continue reading From great pain to great motivation