Don't Bite the Hook
Finding Freedom from Anger, Resentment, and Other Destructive Emotions
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Pema Chodron
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Pema Chodron
About this listen
Life has a way of provoking us with traffic jams and computer malfunctions, with emotionally distant partners and crying children—and before we know it, we're upset. We feel terrible, and then we end up saying and doing things that only make matters worse. But it doesn't have to be that way, says Pema Chödrön. It is possible to relate constructively to the inevitable shocks, losses, and frustrations of life so that we can find true happiness. The key, Pema explains, is not biting the "hook" of our habitual responses. In this recorded weekend retreat, Pema draws on Buddhist teachings from The Way of the Bodhisattva to reveal how we can:
* stay centered in the midst of difficulty
* improve stressful relationships
* step out of the downward spiral of self-hatred
* awaken compassion for ourselves and others
©2007 Pema Chodron (P)2007 Shambhala PublicationsWhat listeners say about Don't Bite the Hook
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- DJH
- 14-11-2024
Slow to start but finishes well
Pretty good. Slow start focused only on anger but the rest expands and has a different style of other Buddhism books. Maybe not as deep as thich nhat Hahn but it many ways this is more practical and down to earth to every day situations
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- Carolin
- 26-10-2018
So many inspiring insights
i know that I will definitely come back to this one again. im fact it prompted me to sign up for her online course to investigate the topics mentioned further.
i always resonate with Pema's wisdom which she conveys with humor and passion.
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- peggy
- 26-03-2021
Weaponless wisdom
Having been born and raised in a toxic religious environment, where scripture was forged into weaponised dogma for the purposes of facilitating separatism, exclusionism — an 'us and them' reality — I personally find these teachings refreshingly neutral. And I think many would benefit from them, as being tribal, we can tend to look on others as outsiders, even unwittingly. I find buddhist teachings to be a little removed from reality at times however, and while the teachings here employ real world examples, I feel that its core concepts are perhaps more conducive to monastery life. Sure beats the hell out of christianity though in my book.
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- Shauna
- 27-03-2019
Pema nails it for me every time
Pema Chodron’s wisdom and learnings are so enjoyable to listen to. Always a bit of fun humour in there too :)
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- Anonymous User
- 03-08-2021
Great book
It was so perceptive and genuinely spoken.
I learned a lot about my anger and would recommend this audible if you are struggling with patience.
It is Buddhist based and I am a follower of Christ, however, I was open enough to hear the poignant gens she spoke of to assist me in self control, which is one if the fruit of the Spirit. I’ve listened twice and plan to listen a 3rd time as well. Thank you!
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- Amazon Customer
- 29-06-2019
10 stars for Pema Chodron and those involved.
I cannot rate this highly enough, thoroughly enjoyed this and will return to it many times. As well as will recommend it wherever It might be of use. thankyou to all involved in bringing this teaching to us ☺️🌈
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- Pooja
- 17-06-2020
Thank you
I am so grateful to have listened to this. This has provided me with tools that I can now use to implement non violence within me and around me. Thank you Pema.
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- Michael H
- 16-02-2020
Useful for frustration rather than intense anger
This book has some good ideas, but we now know much anger is caused by depression, anxiety, sleep and PTSD this book will not help with complex causes.
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