Scott Snibbe
Scott Snibbe, Geshe Tenzin Namdak, Dr. Jay Garfield, Dr. Jan Willis, Ven. Kathleen McDonald, Ven. Sangye Khadro, Dr. Rick Hanson, Rick Hanson, Ph.D., Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche
I Want to Know What Love Is
I Want to Know What Love Is
I Want to Know What Love Is
Tuesday 9th February 2021
Discover the essence of love through Buddhist wisdom on 'A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment'. Featuring insights from top Buddhist teachers.
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Get the buttons here!What Is Love? Buddhist Wisdom on Loving-Kindness
Our kindness and affection and wish for others' happiness needs to extend not only to family and friends and coworkers, but even to strangers and enemies.
Forget the sappy love songs; what if love was about something much deeper? In this special episode of 'A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment', Scott Snibbe dives into the essence of love from a Buddhist perspective. Featuring insights from renowned Buddhist teachers like Dr. Jan Willis, Ven. Kathleen McDonald, and Dr. Rick Hanson, this episode explores the concept of loving-kindness, a form of love that extends beyond just our partners and family to all beings.
Imagine a love that wishes happiness for everyone, without expecting anything in return. This is the heart of Buddhist loving-kindness. Scott and his guests delve into the Four Immeasurables—friendliness, care, impartiality, and joy in others' well-being—as a framework to expand our capacity for love. The episode also touches on the neuroscience behind positive emotions and how cultivating these feelings can improve our mental health.
There's even a light-hearted moment where Scott chats with His Holiness, the Dalai Lama, about whether he ever wishes he could experience romantic love. If you're curious about how to deepen your connections and broaden your compassion, this episode offers practical advice and profound wisdom. Perfect for anyone looking to enrich their understanding of love, whether you're a seasoned meditator or just starting out on your journey.