You're Gonna Be Alright No Matter What: On Facing Anger, Aging, and Loss With Humor and Grace | Sylvia Boorstein
Summary
Dan Harris interviews Buddhist teacher Sylvia Boorstein, who is nearing 90, about navigating aging, impermanence, and loss with grace. Boorstein shares personal stories about accepting physical decline and the importance of kindness as the ultimate goal of meditation. She offers practical advice on managing anger by recognizing bodily tension and self-soothing, emphasizing that connecting with others alleviates suffering.
Topics discussed
Introduction and sponsor reads
Sylvia Borstein's 90th birthday and aging
Impermanence, sickness, and death
Moving to assisted living and changing mindset
The importance of holding hands and connection
The point of life: Love and usefulness
Wise selfishness and the circle of life
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Stories of recognition and being seen
Walking each other home and becoming kind
Kindness as a result of seeing suffering
Managing anger and ill will in daily life
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The Four Noble Truths and life's difficulty
Fear of death and dying with dignity
Advice on loss and the power of 'You'll be all right'
Outro and app promotion
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