Finding Your Refuge: What Do You Do When You're Alone?
Episode Overview
Examine where your mind goes during times of stress. Reflect on the motivations behind your refuges. Consider healthier alternatives for comfort. Understand the Buddhist view on inner refuge. Embrace self-acceptance and positive growth.
What do you do when you're alone? When you're scared, anxious, lonely, or afraid, when you feel strong craving? What do you turn to?
What do you do when you're alone? This episode of 'A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment' dives into this very question, exploring the habits and refuges we turn to when faced with fear, anxiety, or loneliness. Host Scott Snibbe guides you through an honest reflection on where our minds instinctively go during times of stress. From work to entertainment, sex to substances, Scott takes a clear-eyed look at the various ways we seek comfort and distraction.
He shares personal anecdotes and Buddhist perspectives on finding a deeper source of strength within ourselves. Scott's relatable approach as a peer rather than a guru makes the discussion feel like a friendly chat, offering insights without judgement. Whether you're someone who dives into work, seeks solace in entertainment, or turns to substances for comfort, this episode encourages you to reflect on your habits and consider healthier refuges.
It's a journey towards self-acceptance and positive growth, wrapped in a compassionate and understanding tone. By the end, you'll have a better grasp of how to find balance and contentment within yourself. Ready to explore your inner refuge?