Happiness is Possible: De-conditioning the Negativity Bias with Tara Brach (Part 2)
There is a deep and lasting happiness that arises when we rest in openhearted presence. Yet, due to our evolutionary conditioning, our minds are wired to focus on problems and threats, keeping us stuck in cycles of stress and dissatisfaction. In this inspiring talk, Tara Brach explores how we can de-condition the negativity bias and awaken the natural joy, peace, and freedom that are already within us.
🌟 What You’ll Discover:
🔹 The Negativity Bias: Why our brains are wired for fear and struggle.
🔹 Barriers to Happiness: The conditioning that keeps us stuck in dissatisfaction.
🔹 Pathways to Liberation: Two core practices for cultivating inner peace and joy.
🔹 Buddhist Wisdom: How mindfulness and compassion free the heart.
✨ Highlights:
✔️ Learn how to shift from fear-based thinking to an open, joyful presence.
✔️ Explore practices that rewire the brain for happiness and well-being.
✔️ Discover how awakening from the trance of suffering leads to true liberation.
🌿 Why Watch?
As the Buddha taught, happiness and freedom are possible in this very life. By recognizing and transforming the patterns that block joy, we can experience the ease, love, and presence that are our true nature.
Watch Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/-CiTslNdOaM
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With thanks and love,
Tara
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