Mindful Stories For Emotional Difficulty (Part 2)

Di Derek Hill

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Over the next 6 days, in the second part of our "Mindful Stories" series, we'll explore 3 stories of mindfulness for emotional difficulty. From thought-provoking Taoist tales to the wisdom of Buddhism, we continue our journey through the ages. And together, through the lens of these traditions and philosophical insights, we share personal and workplace stories, meditation practices and moments of reflection to bring them to life. We'll share the story of: 1) "The Empty Boat" where we notice our tendency to assume the worst and react - to be mindful of anger and frustration instead. 2) "The Farmer's Luck" to see the transience in life's up and downs - becoming non-judgemental and accepting of life as it unfolds. 3) "The Two Arrows" to get to the heart of our self-created suffering and emotional difficulty - to choose a healthier response. This course is ideal: - If you enjoy exploring meaning-filled stories and insights from around the world - If you enjoy understanding the causes of emotional difficulty in moments of reflection. - If you are looking for more creative ways to connect with a mindfulness practice - If you are looking for pocket sized place of calm to feel more connected It will place of stability you can return to any time. As we share our Mindful Stories For Emotional Difficulty I look forward to meeting you on Day 1.

Derek Hill

United Kingdom

Derek Hill believes in creating opportunities for genuine connection, with ourselves, nature, and each other. Supporting people to look inwardly, with self-compassion - helping them uncover their inner resources for self-support and purposeful direction in life. He is a mindfulness and compassion teacher, speaker, and coach, accredited by...

Lezione 1

The Empty Boat (part 1)

In part 1, we begin with some personal stories to illustrate how our conditioned assumptions and hard-wired drive to stay safe, or protect our ego, can cause us to jump to conclusions. How anger, annoyance and frustration can arise, as if from nowhere. We finish the day with the a famous Taoist Tale "The Empty Boat" by the Chinese philosopher Zhuangzi, which captures this beautifully. And the spirit in which we might respond.

Lezione 2

The Empty Boat (part 2)

In part 2, while we allow the meaning of the "Empty Boat" to settle, we find balance and stability in a mindful breathing practice. Bringing a gesture of self-compassion to acknowledge the mistakes and assumptions we make. That everyone makes. And we close by recognising that we all fall prey to the blaming or catastrophizing voice, which fuels our stress and anxiety. But that we can bring mindful attention in these moments, to see less malicious intent. To respond, not react and 'row on'.

Lezione 3

The Farmer's Luck (part 1)

In part 1, we share stories of how career ups and downs can cause us stress and emotional turmoil. And often how the very situations we perceive as bad luck or misfortune, can lead to a new opportunities, to apparent ‘good luck’ - when a closing door leads to a more favourable open one. We close the day with the another famous Taoist Tale "The Farmer's Luck", which brings this to life.

Lezione 4

The Farmer's Luck (part 2)

In part 2, after reflecting on the "Farmer's Luck", we share a grounding feet and hands practice. Being curious towards, open and non-judgemental of, whatever arises. And we recognise the transience of both pleasant and unpleasant sensations, not over-identifying with the thoughts or feelings we encounter. To finish, we ask whether we can be less attached to outcomes? And to reflect on times, when one door closes and another opens.

Lezione 5

The Two Arrows (part 1)

In part 1, we talk about the pain and suffering we experience in life. And how the greatest source of this, is not necessarily what happens to us. But our mental and emotional reactions to it! This teaching is made profoundly clear through the wonderful Buddhist parable "The Two Arrows" And by applying this tale to life and work situations, we shine a light on our habitual unhealthy responses. And how we might mindfully change these.

Lezione 6

The Two Arrows (part 2)

In part 2, reflecting on the "The Two Arrows" we share a self-compassion practice, anchoring in the body and breath first and then inviting a difficult situation to come into awareness. And while making space for the many emotions, self-blame or criticism that arise, we invite a friendly voice of compassion to support us. To close, we explore how we may reduce the self-inflicted mental and emotional pain and suffering we cause ourselves. Tapping into our resilient capacity for change and healthy growth.

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