Kristie's review of When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times
When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times (Shambhala Classics) by Pema Chödrön
The practices described in this book are beyond me at the present. But, as I read them, I knew they would be important for me. I am pleased to be aware of them now so that I may work on them (even in small ways)in my daily life.
The author approaches the deepest darkest moments of life with compassion and patience. The main message I derived from this profound book, "If we must all suffer, let us suffer well." Breathing through the hard moments, being patient and kind to ourselves when we would otherwise self-criticize, and practicing discipline in being utterly present in each moment.
These are small cognitive changes, but they require constant mindfulness, as our cognitions are habitually reflexive and, thus, extremely resistant to change.
The author approaches the deepest darkest moments of life with compassion and patience. The main message I derived from this profound book, "If we must all suffer, let us suffer well." Breathing through the hard moments, being patient and kind to ourselves when we would otherwise self-criticize, and practicing discipline in being utterly present in each moment.
These are small cognitive changes, but they require constant mindfulness, as our cognitions are habitually reflexive and, thus, extremely resistant to change.
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