Scott Snibbe

A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment

Scott Snibbe

  • Loving Our Parents, Loving Our Children [rebroadcast]

Loving Our Parents, Loving Our Children [rebroadcast]

Tuesday 5th September 2023

Discover Buddhist techniques for nurturing family bonds through compassionate listening and empathy in Scott Snibbe’s insightful episode.
37 minutes
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A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment
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Compassionate Listening: Healing Family Bonds with Buddhist Wisdom

Episode Overview

  • Unpacking the Buddhist definition of love and its practical challenges
  • Revealing the transformative impact of non-judgmental listening in healing relationships
  • Sharing personal stories of healing and understanding with parents and children
  • Emphasising the power of empathy and understanding in expressing love
  • Concluding with a guided meditation on compassion through understanding
Blaming has no positive effect at all, nor does trying to persuade using reason and arguments. That is my experience. No blame, no reasoning, no argument, just understanding. If you understand, and you show that you understand, you can love, and the situation will change.
Ever wondered how to deepen your connection with your parents or children? Scott Snibbe’s latest episode on 'A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment' might have the answers you’re looking for. Scott dives into the heart of Buddhist teachings to explore love and compassion within family dynamics. Through touching personal stories and practical meditation techniques, he offers a fresh perspective on nurturing these vital relationships. Drawing from Thich Nhat Hanh's wisdom, Scott introduces a powerful method of non-judgmental listening.
He shares how this approach has helped him navigate his own relationships with his parents and daughter, emphasizing the transformative power of empathy and understanding. The episode wraps up with a guided meditation designed to foster compassion through deeper understanding, urging listeners to apply these techniques in their everyday interactions. Whether you're a parent, child, or simply someone looking to improve your relationships, this episode provides valuable insights and practical tools to help heal emotional wounds and strengthen family bonds.