This helpful.. I am glad you’re including the importance of trauma and violence..
Also as a listener/viewer I find the music background distracting.
Thank you.
Thank you, I practice mindfulness daily. In the past I have been in positions and my boss has been either a dry drunk or an alcoholic. Their actions would cause me to be fearful of job loss. For years after I would be angry at them. Only by participating in a recovery program was I able to leave the anger behind.
I served 30 years in the military and have a unique perspective through which to apply this important work. This was an extremely informative workshop for me. Thank you, Dr. Brach, for giving this to us. I am a Radical Forgiveness Coach and have recently begun to integrate new concepts such as polyvagal theory into my work. It has had an incredibly positive impact on my clients. Clearly, the work you do in Radical Compassion and Acceptance is highly complementary to my work. I especially liked how you applied it to world affairs and our current social struggles, which is another area of interest for me. I look forward to learning more about your program. All the best to you.
Kerrie Aiello, Psychotherapy, San Diego , CA, USAsays
Your soothing voice along with the guided imagery was very comforting and allowed me to take steps towards healing. I will continue the practice for my own growth and awareness so that I can also be present and assist my clients through this process. A great u turn concept that changes PTSD
into a healing process could be seen as Post Traumatic Growth Syndrome!
This was the first time I let myself feel what was underneath the armor I was using to protect myself from my sister. The softening and deeper compassion I feel calls me to do more
I just cried silently and let my tears come out. Why do people hurt one another when they have been so close … where does this come from ? There seems to be an invisible volcano of hurtful instincts. I wished I could forgive
Jill Perelman, Another Field, Silver Spring, MD, USAsays
Quite powerful, moving and absolutely amazing! All three videos were truly helpful and I intend to utilize in my daily life. In particular, the ocean was a very good visual and analogy for me to imagine. Thank you!
Capable, responsible and free, free to pursue what makes me happy and secure, fulfilled. Free to make a good impact on my loved ones, my community, free to live a good life rewarded with health and wellness.
The u turn and the ‘leg in a trap’ are incredible ways to step out of anger and blame, and gain understanding and compassion for others and ourselves. Thank you.
Releasing judgement and chronic pain with your story has helped me to access more deeply my way of habitual response which is to feel anger and resentment.
It’s so helpful to really feel the feeling underlying this victim hood and to feel compassion for myself and for ‘the other’
Thank you so much for your wise words
Soft And loving. Calm and more compassionate. My work would Change due The different inner Communication which flows Directly via My Hands And words into My Students. Thank you Tara
My family is threat to me because they judge and disqualify me.. I have tried to change and accept myself. And them. But they reject and mistrust me..everything I say is suspect.
Wonderful foundational work to remember, embody and teach – as meditators for ourselves snd as parents to our children. Thank you for this blessing and gift of healing in a most beautiful way.
We are all here to help re- cycle the suffering within snd with out, in this sacred world ?
Loved your visuals, auditory calm music and analogies thru storytelling. Thank you.
Thank you what a beautiful exercise. It came to me at a perfect time as I’ve set up boundaries to deal with an abusive alcohol affected sister. It helps to Shift from seeing my sister struggle with compassion to self compassion and self compassion.
I looked for reassurance and acceptance in friendship when my family, then adolescent boyfriend failed to make me feel whole. After years of looking on the outside for that love, I accept that that the only way to cultivate that is within me and my creator. I want and deserve love and forgiveness and compassion for my humanity, but I will first see in others and perceive that level playing field. I am not better or wanting. We are each given gifts and struggles, and I must create who I am from that. Thank you for the awareness and change in paradigm.
Thank you for your kindness. Have let go of most of my stories. Still confused by those who profess spiritual compassion but not for all sentient beings?
As an abandoned daughter of an alcoholic father (andcother abuses) I am aware that I take on the shame and blame. I got far enough to forgive or understand those adults responsible but have found it difficult to try and parent my inner abused child. I feel THIS simple practice I’d finally a starting point for becoming a loving parent to myself. Thank you! Xx
Thank you for this brief practice, Tara. I tested the waters with your guidance and think I may be ready to let compassion in after deep trauma seven years ago. Gratitude for the opportunity.
Nice it was never about me. It made me realize there was nothing wrong with me. Hurt beget hurt. I was expecting a dog to be a cat and that’s not possible.
Blessings Tara!
I’m grateful to have seen this video this morning as I’m dealing with family issues with an aging parent. I noticed that I’ve been avoiding visiting her. I felt a shift into compassion and will call her today. Much love!
Elle
I would feel safe to be my authentic self in more situations and with more people. I would be less armored and more open to the flow of love and creation.
Thank you for all that you give. Timely, as always. Seeing the trap holding others, seeing their pain, seeing they are often ‘just like me’ and walking the path as well. Perhaps differently, perhaps not how I would walk it, but walking. I have a note on my monitor from another presentation you gave: Pause – what’s my motivation? What do I hope these words will accomplish? Anger: the you turn. These words, this wisdom has been very helpful as I walk with my own fears and anger. Thank you.
It is tough to let go of judgement after being so involve in this way of protecting yourself by blaming other peoples. I think the key here is to change your perspective on “how to protect” yourself.
I would be more loving and compassionate for myself and to people around me. Thank you so much.
Thank you Tara. I have so much work to do! Your guidance is so helpful and I need it over and over and over again.
The abuse, which happened decades ago (most of the peeps are long dead) would finally be over.
Thank you.
I would very set free to live & love. . .
A much happier person
Powerful practice ADN wonderful release.
thank you, appreciate very much.
This helpful.. I am glad you’re including the importance of trauma and violence..
Also as a listener/viewer I find the music background distracting.
Thank you.
Thank you, I practice mindfulness daily. In the past I have been in positions and my boss has been either a dry drunk or an alcoholic. Their actions would cause me to be fearful of job loss. For years after I would be angry at them. Only by participating in a recovery program was I able to leave the anger behind.
Letting go of judgment and chronic blame would give me peace of mind, accepting what is (whether I like it or not.)
This explanation and exercise touched me deeply. Especially in relation to people and events from my childhood. Thank you so much.
Free and peaceful.
I served 30 years in the military and have a unique perspective through which to apply this important work. This was an extremely informative workshop for me. Thank you, Dr. Brach, for giving this to us. I am a Radical Forgiveness Coach and have recently begun to integrate new concepts such as polyvagal theory into my work. It has had an incredibly positive impact on my clients. Clearly, the work you do in Radical Compassion and Acceptance is highly complementary to my work. I especially liked how you applied it to world affairs and our current social struggles, which is another area of interest for me. I look forward to learning more about your program. All the best to you.
Your soothing voice along with the guided imagery was very comforting and allowed me to take steps towards healing. I will continue the practice for my own growth and awareness so that I can also be present and assist my clients through this process. A great u turn concept that changes PTSD
into a healing process could be seen as Post Traumatic Growth Syndrome!
With Gratitude,
Kerrie Aiello, LCSW
This was the first time I let myself feel what was underneath the armor I was using to protect myself from my sister. The softening and deeper compassion I feel calls me to do more
I just cried silently and let my tears come out. Why do people hurt one another when they have been so close … where does this come from ? There seems to be an invisible volcano of hurtful instincts. I wished I could forgive
Quite powerful, moving and absolutely amazing! All three videos were truly helpful and I intend to utilize in my daily life. In particular, the ocean was a very good visual and analogy for me to imagine. Thank you!
Capable, responsible and free, free to pursue what makes me happy and secure, fulfilled. Free to make a good impact on my loved ones, my community, free to live a good life rewarded with health and wellness.
i LOVE THIS FEELING VERY COMPASSIONATE ♥♥
Grateful for receiving this practice.
With hand on the heart
Rex Maruca
The u turn and the ‘leg in a trap’ are incredible ways to step out of anger and blame, and gain understanding and compassion for others and ourselves. Thank you.
I could rest in the truth of my God self
I would be far more contented and confident…and more ready to be friendly and outgoing to others.
R.L.
I forget but I’m working on remembering.
a caring, kind person who is compassionate and caring .
I would be more receptive to others and kinder to myself.
Releasing judgement and chronic pain with your story has helped me to access more deeply my way of habitual response which is to feel anger and resentment.
It’s so helpful to really feel the feeling underlying this victim hood and to feel compassion for myself and for ‘the other’
Thank you so much for your wise words
Thank you Tara, your work and videos are helping me towards Radical Compassion towards the pain and hurts of my past.
Soft And loving. Calm and more compassionate. My work would Change due The different inner Communication which flows Directly via My Hands And words into My Students. Thank you Tara
My family is threat to me because they judge and disqualify me.. I have tried to change and accept myself. And them. But they reject and mistrust me..everything I say is suspect.
It worked unbelievably quick and easy and I am able to see, it is a first step Keep going.
Thanks Tara. You’re one of my favorite teachers. I look forward to your teachings. ? May the door to our hearts open wide to love freely.
Wonderful foundational work to remember, embody and teach – as meditators for ourselves snd as parents to our children. Thank you for this blessing and gift of healing in a most beautiful way.
We are all here to help re- cycle the suffering within snd with out, in this sacred world ?
Loved your visuals, auditory calm music and analogies thru storytelling. Thank you.
Thank you what a beautiful exercise. It came to me at a perfect time as I’ve set up boundaries to deal with an abusive alcohol affected sister. It helps to Shift from seeing my sister struggle with compassion to self compassion and self compassion.
I looked for reassurance and acceptance in friendship when my family, then adolescent boyfriend failed to make me feel whole. After years of looking on the outside for that love, I accept that that the only way to cultivate that is within me and my creator. I want and deserve love and forgiveness and compassion for my humanity, but I will first see in others and perceive that level playing field. I am not better or wanting. We are each given gifts and struggles, and I must create who I am from that. Thank you for the awareness and change in paradigm.
Thank you for your kindness. Have let go of most of my stories. Still confused by those who profess spiritual compassion but not for all sentient beings?
As an abandoned daughter of an alcoholic father (andcother abuses) I am aware that I take on the shame and blame. I got far enough to forgive or understand those adults responsible but have found it difficult to try and parent my inner abused child. I feel THIS simple practice I’d finally a starting point for becoming a loving parent to myself. Thank you! Xx
Thank you for this brief practice, Tara. I tested the waters with your guidance and think I may be ready to let compassion in after deep trauma seven years ago. Gratitude for the opportunity.
Excellent content
Nice it was never about me. It made me realize there was nothing wrong with me. Hurt beget hurt. I was expecting a dog to be a cat and that’s not possible.
These videos have been very helpful. Thank you.
Thank you. Excellent practices to address blame and resentment There are very useful in learning to let go
Blessings Tara!
I’m grateful to have seen this video this morning as I’m dealing with family issues with an aging parent. I noticed that I’ve been avoiding visiting her. I felt a shift into compassion and will call her today. Much love!
Elle
I would feel safe to be my authentic self in more situations and with more people. I would be less armored and more open to the flow of love and creation.
I’d have more conpassion for myself and for those around me.
Thank you for your wonderful work!
Good proactives
Thank you for all that you give. Timely, as always. Seeing the trap holding others, seeing their pain, seeing they are often ‘just like me’ and walking the path as well. Perhaps differently, perhaps not how I would walk it, but walking. I have a note on my monitor from another presentation you gave: Pause – what’s my motivation? What do I hope these words will accomplish? Anger: the you turn. These words, this wisdom has been very helpful as I walk with my own fears and anger. Thank you.
Very great
No blaming
No judgements
Feel into what’s really going on
It is tough to let go of judgement after being so involve in this way of protecting yourself by blaming other peoples. I think the key here is to change your perspective on “how to protect” yourself.