Part 1 - The Answer is Love: Evolving out of "Bad Other" - with Tara Brach

Part 1 - The Answer is Love: Evolving out of "Bad Other" - with Tara Brach [2019-08-07]
These two talks address the inquiry: How do we awaken from the contempt and hatred that causes so much suffering in our world? The first talk looks at how we can use the practices of mindfulness and compassion to decondition our habits of self-blame and self-hatred, as well as the importance of helping each other defuse the trance of unworthiness. The second talk extends the use of these practices to situations where we’ve locked into external “bad othering.” These times need our deepened dedication to love: By intentionally arousing compassion for ourselves and others, we directly contribute to the evolution of consciousness in our world.
“He drew a circle that shut me out-
Heretic, rebel, a thing to flout.
But love and I had the wit to win:
We drew a circle and took him In!”
~ Edwin Markham
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[@psycherevival2105]

I like how she uses the phrase "We must open our hearts to those that are difficult to include." When our pain is activated, this is so hard to do, and the suggestion of it can feel like gas-lighting or spiritual bypassing.

[@saharaevans2731]

You’re doing vital and important work ... I have nothing but respect 🙏🏽

[@judeskingsbury5549]

One of the best talks and messages ever, truly timeless. Thank you. ❤️

[@swetaagarwal2754]

Thank you so much dear Tara. You have been so kindly holding space and guiding me for last 3.5 years. I am forever grateful for your work, teaching and love. It has saved mine and my family's life many times. My wish is always that your message and words spread through this entire world. Namaste and deeply, truly thank you. ❤😊😇💜🩵💙🙏🙏

[@sarah29880]

I think Tara looks so lovely here and listening to her is such a calming presence. 💕💕

[@KellyRobertson-bd1cp]

Remind them of the song in their heart. I love this.

[@RamonaMcKean]

Book Tara refers to at about 34:00 minutes: "It Didn't Start with You (How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We are and How to End the Cycle" is by Mark Wolynn.

[@forestbathing4443]

She is sooocalming to listen to. Love her

[@wildrose12.47]

Best talk ever, I feel such relief.

[@YayaVye369]

Love these reminders of connection. ♥️ Ahhhh...

[@renieestrada4615]

Love you Tara you help me so much.

[@doireannmulvihill2724]

Thank you

[@EveryMomentMatters.]

I've listened to almost all of her talks now and she has ventured there, yes. Spiritually & politics are not synonomous terms. In fact, they belong at entirely opposite ends of the spectrum. If she could just keep it to "that" which binds us all and does not divide us all, we could all better enjoy the depth of her talks. This alone was my primary point.

[@JenJen-hm9pi]

Wow 💗

[@margaretbarry4689]

Is it just me or is there a flicker flower behind her?

[@jonashjerpe7421]

Well if you focus on the flowers they appear to flicker indeed. That is most likely an optical illusion. Enjoy yourself!

[@jonashjerpe7421]

At 45 min there is a small white flower blowing in the wind.

[@doouygre]

Can anyone tell me what music she uses in the intro?

[@joannedavies6183]

I think it's her husband Jonathan Foust's flute music

[@EveryMomentMatters.]

Calming presence and so many of her points are spiritually profound, but my advice to all spiritual speakers is this: stay in your lane & keep your political views out of your speeches, please. Having an opinion does not make an expert, particularly with topics of such outright complexity like political issues. Furthermore, do not assume to truly know another human being without actually knowing them personally, and until you walk in their shoes and have to make their big decisions, keep your "beliefs" about them to yourself. Namaste.

[@jonashjerpe7421]

Did she really venture into politics? I didn't notice that which is why I am curious about the rationale of your comment. Thanks

[@theboogie_monsta]

Is it devil worship to listen to Tara at 1.5 speed

[@bethflynn5342]

How can I do that?! She speaks soooo sloooowly

[@newtreena]

You cannot force love.