This Is Why I Find Pema Chödrön So Essential
Pema Chödrön, an 89-year-old Buddhist nun, emphasizes the importance of embracing discomfort and uncertainty in life. Her teachings encourage individuals to confront their fears rather than avoid them, promoting a deeper understanding of personal growth. Chödrön's latest book, 'Another Kind of Freedom,' continues to explore these themes and offers insights into navigating life's challenges.
- ▪Pema Chödrön is known for her influential books, including 'Comfortable With Uncertainty' and 'When Things Fall Apart.'
- ▪She teaches that discomfort and uncertainty are inevitable parts of life that should be embraced rather than avoided.
- ▪Chödrön's approach focuses on developing a relationship with discomfort to foster personal growth and wisdom.
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new video loaded: This Is Why I Find Pema Chödrön So EssentialtranscriptBacktranscriptThis Is Why I Find Pema Chödrön So EssentialThe 89-year-old Buddhist nun teaches the power of agreeing with your anxiety, instead of trying to run from it.There’s this book I love, and I go back to and back to called “Comfortable With Uncertainty.” It’s by the Buddhist teacher Pema Chödrön, who’s also written really, really, really well known beloved books like “When Things Fall Apart” and “Welcoming the Unwelcome.” But this particular book resonates with me in part because of the title.
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