Darren Littlejohn

The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast

Darren Littlejohn

  • Episode 059 - The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast: Retrain Your Brain for Compassion, Practices of a Bodhisattva #17

Episode 059 - The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast: Retrain Your Brain for Compassion, Practices of a Bodhisattva #17

Friday 26th August 2022

Discover how to retrain your brain for compassion and recovery in this episode of 'The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast' with Darren Littlejohn.
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25 minutes
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Healing
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The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast
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Darren Littlejohn
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Transform Your Mind: Compassionate Practices for Recovery

When children have opportunities to develop executive function and self-regulation skills, individuals in society experience lifelong benefits. These skills are crucial for learning and development.
Ever thought about how to reshape your brain for a more compassionate life? In this episode of 'The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast', Darren Littlejohn unpacks the 17th practice of a Bodhisattva, focusing on retraining our thinking and reasoning processes through compassion. Drawing from his book 'Compassionate Recovery: Mindful Healing for Trauma and Addictions', Littlejohn dives into the intricacies of executive function and self-regulation, especially how they are impacted by trauma and addiction.
He doesn't just stop at theory; he offers practical advice on how to implement these changes in everyday life. You’ll also hear about the benefits of nurturing these skills in children, setting them up for a more balanced and compassionate future. This episode provides a blend of ancient wisdom and modern psychology, offering listeners actionable steps to transform their minds and lives.