awareness. The way to do it is to go about your day not so absorbed in the events of life but rather watching your feelings with awareness, even in the midst of all the busyness of life. When something seems to trigger you into an unconscious pattern of acting in an unkind manner, catch the rising emotion in the moment as quickly as possible and don’t judge yourself for it. Realize that it is normal and a valid part of being human. Remind yourself that being a spiritual person and living an awakened life does not mean that you won’t have negative thoughts and feelings. Rather, simply feel the
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