7' - Welcoming the Unwelcome

The source is a chapter from the book "Welcoming the Unwelcome" by Pema Chödrön, a Buddhist nun and teacher. The chapter focuses on the practice of bodhichitta, the awakened heart, a powerful motivation to awaken for the benefit of all living beings. The author argues that bodhichitta begins with a "broken heart", acknowledging the pain we all experience and recognizing our interconnectedness with all living beings. She then explores a range of practices that help cultivate bodhichitta, including overcoming polarization, practicing open awareness, and embracing difficult emotions and situations. The chapter emphasizes that even when we feel overwhelmed by suffering, or when we encounter "mission impossible" challenges, we can discover the limitless potential of bodhichitta and continue to move towards awakening through dedication and practice.

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"Alchemy of Self" is a transformative process of personal growth, akin to how alchemists sought to turn base metals into gold. In a metaphorical sense, it refers to refining the human spirit, mind, and potential through self-discovery, learning, spiritual or psychological evolution, and/or working directly with a Teacher. In this series, famous and little-known texts about money, mind, and spirit are transformed into AI-based conversations that lead (you) the listener on your own inquiry. Listen carefully, let questions arise, and engage what you hear - now.