Self-worth is tough to cultivate when we look to others for validation. One moment we’re flying high, then one harsh word sends us spiraling. Today’s guest, Nikki Gonzalez of Oakland, shares how her Buddhist practice helped her shift from a life consumed by the opinions of others to one based on a deeply held belief in her infinite worth. We talk about how Buddhist concepts helped her change the way she looks at love and relationships and determine to become the kind of person she would be proud to be with.
References:
Discussions on Youth, pp. 65, 69–70, 229.
In today's episode, we discuss:
00:00 Introduction
03:18 Nikki started practicing when life got hard
08:04 Living based on the opinions of others
16:25 Facing an emptiness she’d always felt
21:05 Reminding herself of her strength through Buddhist study
26:35 A breakthrough in her father’s trial
31:19 Becoming a person she would be proud to be with
42:28 Polishing her life and focusing on her Buddhist practice
45:53 Experiencing love during intense heartbreak
51:45 Advice for someone struggling with self-worth
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