Scott Snibbe
Venerable Robina Courtin
How to Heal Despair with Venerable Robina Courtin
How to Heal Despair with Venerable Robina Courtin
How to Heal Despair with Venerable Robina Courtin
Tuesday 11th June 2024
Venerable Robina Courtin discusses how Buddhist teachings can help manage despair and hopelessness in today's world.
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Episode Overview
- Use meditation to ground your mind and manage despair.
- Understand the role of attachment and desire in suffering.
- Learn to distinguish between valid compassion and neurotic neediness.
- Practical advice on recognising and changing negative thoughts.
- Apply ancient Buddhist wisdom to modern-day challenges.
The suffering is coming from the attachment and anxiety and agitation.
In this episode of 'A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment', Venerable Robina Courtin returns to tackle the tough topic of despair. Ordained as a Buddhist nun in the late 1970s, Venerable Robina has dedicated her life to spreading Buddhist wisdom and helping people navigate their emotions. This time, she addresses the overwhelming feelings many face today due to war, injustice, and environmental crises.
The conversation kicks off with a short meditation, grounding listeners and setting the stage for a deep dive into how Buddhist teachings can help manage despair and hopelessness. Venerable Robina shares her insights on how attachment and desire play into our suffering, and how distinguishing between valid compassion and neurotic neediness can transform our emotional responses. She offers practical advice on recognising and changing negative thoughts, using personal anecdotes and examples from her extensive experience.
Whether you're struggling with global issues or personal challenges, this episode provides valuable tools to cultivate a more peaceful and resilient mind. Don't miss this enlightening discussion that blends ancient wisdom with modern-day relevance.