Thank you. I wept when I remembered how it feels to love myself, that it’s ok to let go, and give myself kudos for the things I’ve achieved and who I am.
Tara
I find that it is easier to let go of blame and offer compassion to some more than others- depending upon what the hurt is related to. Perhaps repetition will be the key!
Thanks for this and all you do
Amy
Rebecca Stieg, Counseling, Reed City , MI, USAsays
Thank you so much! I love that you’ve paired back to a simple yet powerful process for shifting from resentment to compassion. The potential ripple effect of each individual’s choice to engage in this shift, offers hope for us to save ourselves as individuals and as a species.
I would feel lighter and it would be easier to be aware of the present moment. I would feel more peaceful and therefore everyone else as well who is around me. It would probably feel safer to be around me.
I would be more giving, interested, tolerant, validating— of both myself and others.
Truly appreciated the U-Turn practice. It filled me with tears when I placed my hand on my heart and told myself it was okay to feel this way.
Thank you, Tara.
So many wise offerings. One that really spoke to me was viewing my heart space as the ocean with waves that come and go. Thank you so much Tara and NICBM.
I have harbored deep resentments from my childhood for much of my life and recently realized that I have been in judgement of these others for years. I had been trying to release it by trying to feel compassion for them yet had to start with having compassion for myself, realizing I never felt loved by them. Now I imagine they loved me in their own way and therefore I could actually be deserving of love after all. Then I could forgive.
Thank you!
Alexah Hart, Social Work, Cincinnati , OH, USAsays
I would be someone who can heal and leave space for others to heal. I would be less harsh toward others and myself by exploring and understanding the origins of my feelings.
I am feeling more compassionate towards my self and my past❤️
A difficult uturn and i see that it does ease my tensions that are buried so deep.
Bringing them up slowly with compassion is so much nicer than criticizing my SELF for not being who i was meant to be and accepting what has been and how strong it has made me.
Huge shift.
Thank you
Namaste
I feel some relief from a break up with a person I truely loved . His leg was in a trap . My leg to has been in a trap as an isolated person during Covid . I hunger for that relationship even though I know it is over ! Thanks so much Tara !
I have struggled with this all of my 63 years of life. Taming that inner voice feels like training a wild animal, I domesticate myself then become the wild thing. Thank you for reminding me of tools and compassion for self are important keys.
Amazing workshops. As always Tara Brach uses gentleness to face ourselves. Thank you for these, they were helpful and have given a window that looks past some old habits.
When I practiced the u-turn and then compassion practice, it felt like my heart was opening. I felt that this is way I should be feeling. Instead of the blame, and especially anger, I express to others who I felt have “done me wrong”. Thank you, Tara! Very warmly, Allison
More deeply connected with myself and more inclusive of others. Instead of ‘me’ and ‘them’ it becomes more ‘WE’ – shifting the relational space from restrictive to open and the possibilities of creating something different and more positive in the course of time.
I have harbored deep resentments from my childhood for much of my life and recently realized that I have been in judgement of these others for years. I had been trying to release it by trying to feel compassion for them yet had to start having compassion for myself, realizing I never felt loved by them. I imagine they loved me in their own way and therefore I could actually be deserving of love after all. Then I could forgive.
Thank you!
Thank you Tara for sharing your process of radical compassion towards ourselves and others. This process has the power to changes our stories and our lives.
It feels so comforting to allow my feelings too be as they are with compassion. Also, looking at the other with those eyes let’s me see that it’s not about me at all, rather they are suffering.
Sean Harding, Social Work, Framingham, MA, USAsays
I’ve really enjoyed these videos, as I have all the material I’ve seen and read from Dr. Brach. In my experience, shame underlies the challenges of my clients no matter the diagnosis, and has been something I’ve had to contend with in my personal life as well. The methods described by Dr. Brach in these videos address the self-destructive loop of self-judgement and shame in a way that understandable and easy to relay to others. I appreciate the opportunity to watch them.
Thank you. This is the message I needed to hear as I have been feeling especially hard on myself lately. Shifting to self compassion helps me to soften and feel more connected to myself. I feel less lonely and want to cultivate a kinder way of talking to myself. I also want to explore how making a u-turn with others will help me to reconnect with them when the time is right.
Who would I be? I don’t know, I don’t remember if I have ever knew. All that I know for a very long time is anxiety, fear, hurt, anger. Not an easy way of being, but I don’t know any other. I can fake another but not be another.
Thank you, Tara.
Thank you. I wept when I remembered how it feels to love myself, that it’s ok to let go, and give myself kudos for the things I’ve achieved and who I am.
Tara
I find that it is easier to let go of blame and offer compassion to some more than others- depending upon what the hurt is related to. Perhaps repetition will be the key!
Thanks for this and all you do
Amy
Thank you so much! I love that you’ve paired back to a simple yet powerful process for shifting from resentment to compassion. The potential ripple effect of each individual’s choice to engage in this shift, offers hope for us to save ourselves as individuals and as a species.
More free to love ,truly accept myself as I am and others as they are… opening my heart to a more expansive kind of loving
I will be more at peace.
Thank you, this has been so helpful!
Thank you, Tara, for what you bring to the field of psychotherapy!
I am reading your books and do your meditations through UTube. You are a light for me.
I would feel lighter and it would be easier to be aware of the present moment. I would feel more peaceful and therefore everyone else as well who is around me. It would probably feel safer to be around me.
I would be more giving, interested, tolerant, validating— of both myself and others.
Truly appreciated the U-Turn practice. It filled me with tears when I placed my hand on my heart and told myself it was okay to feel this way.
Thank you, Tara.
So many wise offerings. One that really spoke to me was viewing my heart space as the ocean with waves that come and go. Thank you so much Tara and NICBM.
Thank you, very helpful. Really enjoyed listening to your soothing voice.
Please would you share these three videos. Thank you again.
In letting go of judgment and chronic blame, I become my natural loving self. Thank you.
A lot happier…. thank you
Thank you. This is such a powerful practice. As you say it takes effort and continued practice.
I have harbored deep resentments from my childhood for much of my life and recently realized that I have been in judgement of these others for years. I had been trying to release it by trying to feel compassion for them yet had to start with having compassion for myself, realizing I never felt loved by them. Now I imagine they loved me in their own way and therefore I could actually be deserving of love after all. Then I could forgive.
Thank you!
I would be capable of real joy again, and open to more flow in my life.
Love the wounded dog analogy!! Really helpful for clients who are very visual or lack insight. I found it helpful for myself as well. Thank you.
Practice. Practice. Practice
Sharon York
Inspiring words full of healing
Spent the better part of an afternoon reflecting on the video
Thank you
I would be someone who can heal and leave space for others to heal. I would be less harsh toward others and myself by exploring and understanding the origins of my feelings.
I am feeling more compassionate towards my self and my past❤️
A difficult uturn and i see that it does ease my tensions that are buried so deep.
Bringing them up slowly with compassion is so much nicer than criticizing my SELF for not being who i was meant to be and accepting what has been and how strong it has made me.
Huge shift.
Thank you
Namaste
I feel some relief from a break up with a person I truely loved . His leg was in a trap . My leg to has been in a trap as an isolated person during Covid . I hunger for that relationship even though I know it is over ! Thanks so much Tara !
It’s so encouraging to know that it’s ok to feel these feelings and that I am not alone in what I feel
I have struggled with this all of my 63 years of life. Taming that inner voice feels like training a wild animal, I domesticate myself then become the wild thing. Thank you for reminding me of tools and compassion for self are important keys.
Lovely series of 3 videos. Thank you for so kindly and lovingly sharing your wisdom and teachings.
Amazing workshops. As always Tara Brach uses gentleness to face ourselves. Thank you for these, they were helpful and have given a window that looks past some old habits.
When I practiced the u-turn and then compassion practice, it felt like my heart was opening. I felt that this is way I should be feeling. Instead of the blame, and especially anger, I express to others who I felt have “done me wrong”. Thank you, Tara! Very warmly, Allison
More deeply connected with myself and more inclusive of others. Instead of ‘me’ and ‘them’ it becomes more ‘WE’ – shifting the relational space from restrictive to open and the possibilities of creating something different and more positive in the course of time.
Thank you for your wisdom, Tara.
I would be free, uplifted, lighter, kinder and happier.
I finally felt real self compassion
I needed this reminder at this moment .Thank you.
This was beautiful…like the concept of U turns…will use for myself and counselling I do…self compassion too…needed every day…
Heartfelt thanks. Donna in Montreal❤️??
A free, relaxed and happier person
I have harbored deep resentments from my childhood for much of my life and recently realized that I have been in judgement of these others for years. I had been trying to release it by trying to feel compassion for them yet had to start having compassion for myself, realizing I never felt loved by them. I imagine they loved me in their own way and therefore I could actually be deserving of love after all. Then I could forgive.
Thank you!
Thank you Tara for sharing your process of radical compassion towards ourselves and others. This process has the power to changes our stories and our lives.
I’d recognize my own insecurities, be compassionate to myself for having them, and be kinder to those to whom I once assigned blame.
I would be free! Free to love, create and connect and just be.
Free to live life happily, balancing self care and taking care of others with compassion. Thank you, Tara??
I have learned so much from Tara,
Thank you
Tara continues to inspire us to do better and be better. Many thanks, Tara, for showing us the essence of compassion for ourselves and for others.
More headspace to be creative x
It feels so comforting to allow my feelings too be as they are with compassion. Also, looking at the other with those eyes let’s me see that it’s not about me at all, rather they are suffering.
I’ve really enjoyed these videos, as I have all the material I’ve seen and read from Dr. Brach. In my experience, shame underlies the challenges of my clients no matter the diagnosis, and has been something I’ve had to contend with in my personal life as well. The methods described by Dr. Brach in these videos address the self-destructive loop of self-judgement and shame in a way that understandable and easy to relay to others. I appreciate the opportunity to watch them.
Great video. I needed this teaching.
If I let go of judgment and chronic blame, I would free of fear. Filled with love. A blessing to those around me.
I really appreciate having these tools to call up when difficult emotional times happen. I’m so grateful for your wise words Tara!
Thank you. This is the message I needed to hear as I have been feeling especially hard on myself lately. Shifting to self compassion helps me to soften and feel more connected to myself. I feel less lonely and want to cultivate a kinder way of talking to myself. I also want to explore how making a u-turn with others will help me to reconnect with them when the time is right.
Thank you so much. This was very beneficial.
Who would I be? I don’t know, I don’t remember if I have ever knew. All that I know for a very long time is anxiety, fear, hurt, anger. Not an easy way of being, but I don’t know any other. I can fake another but not be another.
Thank you, Tara.
Thank you for sharing this wisdom in such a beautiful and clear way. It was lovely to experience this course.