2005-01-06 – Learning Tonglen (Series 3: Practicing with Difficulties and Tonglen)2005-01-06 – Learning Tonglen (Series 3: Practicing with Difficulties and Tonglen)
The 12 Steps and Buddhism - from Judith Ragir and others
Talk about the 12 Steps and Buddhism given as part of a series in 2004-2005. This is part of Series 3: Practicing with Difficulties and Tonglen. Speaker: Judith Ragir License: Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
1:07:08•6 Jan 2005
Finding Peace: Judith Ragir on Tonglen and Overcoming Difficulties
Ever wondered how ancient Buddhist practices can support your journey through the 12 Steps? In this episode, Zen teacher Judith Ragir dives into the practice of Tonglen as part of her 'Practicing with Difficulties and Tonglen' series from 2004-2005. Tonglen, a Tibetan Buddhist meditation technique, involves taking in the suffering of others while breathing out compassion and relief.
Judith explains how this powerful practice can be integrated into the 12-Step recovery process, offering a unique way to handle life's challenges and cultivate empathy. Whether you're familiar with Buddhist teachings or new to these concepts, Judith's insights provide a fresh perspective on managing difficulties and nurturing a compassionate heart. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual practice while navigating the ups and downs of recovery.
Tune in to discover how combining the 12 Steps with Buddhist principles can bring more peace and resilience into your life.

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