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How To Overcome Your Fear of Failure
We live in a world that constantly tells us we need to do more, be more, and achieve more. We set insanely high standards for ourselves, pushing to be successful in every area of life-yet, even when we reach those goals, we're left feeling like it’s still not enough. The truth is, we’re never truly satisfied. We’re always chasing the next milestone, believing we have to be better to be happy. But this constant pressure, this endless pursuit of perfection, is rooted in a disproportionate sense of self-importance. It’s a mindset that makes true fulfillment nearly impossible. In today’s episode, we dive into the power of accepting failure and embracing success-how both can be stepping stones for growth, learning, and ultimately, happiness. Join us as we explore how to let go of the pressure, enjoy the wins, and learn from the setbacks, creating a more balanced and fulfilling life.
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  • @sundeepmaharshi
    @sundeepmaharshi 4 години тому

    I woke up to see my dad hanging on September 21st, this conversation of Gen Kelsang relieves me to some extent. Yet i am suffering from anxiety, headaches.. Hope i will be recovered soon. ❤ to everyone

  • @TriggerIreland
    @TriggerIreland 15 годин тому

    01:27 but how can this day not be our only day? Everything else that's not today is a mental construct, today. I must be confused.

  • @pattoneill2402
    @pattoneill2402 18 годин тому

    Having studied Buddhism for a few years, I found myself teaching abut energy healing and consciousness. Many of my students were from the local AIDS project. They were fighting a disease which, at that time, had a 100% mortality rate. They were dying. They knew it. Everyone around them, that worked with them at the AIDS Project would say the usual, "Oh, you have years left." Or they would actually avoid talking about death to actual dying people. When I was teaching, I talked about death like it was just a natural part of life. I have always believed in treating death matter-of-factly. WOW! Did my students respond well to this. Finally, someone was talking about what they desperately wanted to find out about! Gen, I respect so much what you are doing. It is a tremendous gift to those who are dying. There is no greater love.

  • @jennywallace3345
    @jennywallace3345 День тому

    When my mum passed , I too asked “ where did she go?” I have been listening to NDEs ever since. They bring me comfort.

  • @vitoriaborgo5821
    @vitoriaborgo5821 День тому

    Boa reflexão. Obrigada.

  • @davidreid8075
    @davidreid8075 День тому

    Lovely talk... but what happens to the mind when Alzheimers advances ?

  • @amaliepisani3464
    @amaliepisani3464 День тому

    1. What will make me happy now? 2. What will benefit others most? 3. And, when my life is over, what will help me then? ❤ Thank you 🙏

  • @yllee472
    @yllee472 День тому

    Amitabha 🙏 阿弥陀佛🙏

  • @mindyshively4947
    @mindyshively4947 День тому

    Don't just listen once😊

  • @suzannebryan1194
    @suzannebryan1194 День тому

    Beautiful teachings, thank you.

  • @suzannebryan1194
    @suzannebryan1194 День тому

    💕❤️💜💙

  • @HugoFlores-ok3nt
    @HugoFlores-ok3nt День тому

    Thank you so much. Beautifil. Human being. Greetings From Guadalajara Jalisco México

  • @vickief.6680
    @vickief.6680 2 дні тому

    The Bible thumpers are all over this with their negative comments. It is such a shame that these folks are so locked into their belief system that they cannot have an open mind and actual respect for someone else's life experiences.

  • @JulieB-b4t
    @JulieB-b4t 2 дні тому

    Thank you so much for speaking about your journey of M.S with us and for sharing what has helped you. As someone who has been recently diagnosed with a chronic pain condition I am feeling inspired by listening to you 🙏 as someone who has been studying and practicing Kadampa for a couple of years I feel even more hopeful after listening to you that my practice will help me too Many thanks and warm wishes to you

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 2 дні тому

      @JulieB-b4t We're so happy to hear this conversation has served as inspiration in the face of a challenging diagnosis. One of our other conversations focuses particularly on chronic pain - it's called 'How to find peace in chronic pain'. You may like to check this out too. All the very best with your practice. The value of Kadam Dharma really shows itself when suffering and adversity strike.

  • @tanjuhassan3836
    @tanjuhassan3836 2 дні тому

    Much love & appreciation for this beautiful precious gem 💜

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 2 дні тому

      @tanjuhassan3836 Thanks for tuning in. We're so happy to hear you enjoyed this conversation.

  • @shanillereynolds366
    @shanillereynolds366 3 дні тому

    What a beautiful, genuine conversation. The speed at which this conversation moves is relaxing and seems to me perhaps, how we used to speak and listen to each other. Thank you so much. Listening from New Zealand Jan 2025.

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 2 дні тому

      @shanillereynolds366 Beautifully said. Kadam Adam and Gen Gomlam are both deeply genuine and sincere.

  • @jeanjeaniecarroll
    @jeanjeaniecarroll 3 дні тому

    Do you have, or recommend, any guided meditation for beginners? Many thanks.

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 2 дні тому

      @jeanjeaniecarroll Thanks for tuning in! Absolutely. In the description of this video there's a link to find one of our meditation centres close to you. We have over 1200 Centres and branches throughout the world. Also, we have some guided meditation videos on our New Kadampa Tradition channel here: ua-cam.com/play/PLtzCmy8g-BebeG0Mv8vxObZGxgwUGiWUw.html

  • @sinhookoay3788
    @sinhookoay3788 4 дні тому

    Know Yourself, Believe Yourself,& Discipline Yourself.There is Nothing Belongs To You In This World. The last thing that leaves your body is The SOUL.Made it Works Before You Passed Away.That is the PURPOSE IN LIFE..

  • @DarkSeeker-c3c
    @DarkSeeker-c3c 4 дні тому

    I’ll definitely be using these tips in the future.

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 3 дні тому

      @DarkSeeker-c3c That's wonderful to hear that you've got some practical takeaways from this conversation. All the very best with your practice.

  • @MsHeidiHello
    @MsHeidiHello 4 дні тому

    I have meditated off and on for years, but not to the level I had hoped for. This podcast was VERY helpful to me for understanding the true purpose of meditation and how to practice with this in mind.

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 3 дні тому

      @MsHeidiHello That's fantastic to hear! All the very best with your practice.

  • @aledamuth7215
    @aledamuth7215 4 дні тому

    The narrator doesn’t need to not only paraphrase AND summarize everything his guest says. It is disrespectful to us the listener. Asking probing questions and clarify only when needed is a good interview.

  • @suegunn354
    @suegunn354 5 днів тому

    So helpful, thank you. I would love to hear another conversation with Gen Dornying as it would be great to hear him expand on the very last point about 'removing rather than doing'. This really resonated with me right now.

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 3 дні тому

      @suegunn354 Thanks for commenting. I suspect Gen Dornying will feature in more podcasts in future.

  • @florsantos
    @florsantos 5 днів тому

    Love it! ❤

  • @AyaSmith-rb2hp
    @AyaSmith-rb2hp 5 днів тому

    Fascinating woman full of love, calmness and compassion. ❤ Thank you !

  • @annasarika
    @annasarika 5 днів тому

    This was very interesting and informative. What kept coming up for me is that the part of the mind that doesn't die ia the soul. Thoughts?

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 3 дні тому

      @annasarika Thanks for tuning in and for your question. Whilst within Kadampa Buddhism we don't reference the soul, we do speak of the very subtle mind which is the part of mind that doesn't die. As both are said to be the only part of us that endures beyond this life and are, in a sense, the deeper essence of who we are, it is quite possible that these terms are referring to the same thing - just appearing in different religions. Just a thought...

  • @CrystalCowley-m5y
    @CrystalCowley-m5y 5 днів тому

    Number 1. Be of service Number 2. Leave everything better than you found it, people included Number 3. Love always love

  • @nadialingh6108
    @nadialingh6108 6 днів тому

    I love watching your podcasts that bring peace and calm to me. Thanks so much.

  • @nadialingh6108
    @nadialingh6108 6 днів тому

    It is very true when you were talking about the airplane anxiety thing. Thanks for sharing all the stories, you are amazing. I hope everything goes all good and well with you.

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 3 дні тому

      @nadialingh6108 Thank you for your kindness. We're so happy to hear you enjoyed this conversation.

  • @michelekatrinathorsen9965
    @michelekatrinathorsen9965 6 днів тому

    As a 52-year old with a 29-year old chronic illness, I found this podcast to be a balm: Kadam Adam's gentle questions and Gen Demo's clarity, lightness and depth. I particular appreciated her saying that when we have bad days (and for many of us, most days are bad days), it's ok to just engage in "meditative-like" practices like reading a paragraph of a Buddhist book and engaging in contemplation. For my tired mind, it was very healing to just get this permission.

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 3 дні тому

      @michelekatrinathorsen9965 This is very beautiful to hear. Thank you so much for sharing your experience of this conversation. We're so happy that it's had a healing, affirming impact on you and provides encouragement amidst the profound challenges of chronic illness.

  • @AnneWilkynson
    @AnneWilkynson 6 днів тому

    I've been an atheist for a long time, but I started coming across NDE's (near death experiences), and I know that the soul goes on, without a doubt. Nothing has ever happened to me, but I know these people have lived the truth. I'm in my 60"s, back in my 20's, I read a lot about it. I remember explaining to a friend once what I'd learned, but for some reason, I forgot. Just life, I guess. I'm so happy to re-discover this, and I try to live a simple, relaxed, and serene life. It's wonderful.

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 3 дні тому

      @AnneWilkynson We're so happy this conversation helped you to tap into some valuable insights from the past. Thank you for sharing your reflections on this profound topic.

  • @ConnieNg-e1t
    @ConnieNg-e1t 7 днів тому

    Mind is powerful

  • @robertm.-certifieddaytrade4939
    @robertm.-certifieddaytrade4939 7 днів тому

    This WELL EDUCATED, WELL GROUNDED IN THE SCIENCES former Hospice Nurse is a BREATH of FRESH air to the subject of where we go after our bodies expire!

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 3 дні тому

      @robertm.-certifieddaytrade4939 Beautifully said. Gen Gomlam is certainly very inspiring.

  • @robertm.-certifieddaytrade4939
    @robertm.-certifieddaytrade4939 7 днів тому

    “Death is the thought that you are separate from your Creator. There is NO DEATH because the father and son are ONE. There is NO DEATH because an EQUAL OPPOSITE to God does NOT exist. Therefore, the opposite of life can only be another form of life! Physical birth is NOT the beginning, it is a continuation”…A Course in Miracles

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 3 дні тому

      @robertm.-certifieddaytrade4939 Thank you for sharing this very thought-provoking quote.

  • @niamtxiv
    @niamtxiv 7 днів тому

    Awesome ❤

  • @KelsangPalden
    @KelsangPalden 8 днів тому

    Nice conversation ... down to earth. Love it.

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 7 днів тому

      @KelsangPalden Both Kadam Adam and Gen Lekma are clearly very genuine in their practice, aren't they!

    • @KelsangPalden
      @KelsangPalden 7 днів тому

      @@modernbuddhismpodcast For sure ... and that's what you can feel, listening to them talking.

  • @wongjohn3613
    @wongjohn3613 9 днів тому

    She the enlighten one

  • @wongjohn3613
    @wongjohn3613 9 днів тому

    Science cannot prove what is a soul and mind. Because soul and mind is not physical so science could not find and prove it yet we know is there

  • @alanbrookes6637
    @alanbrookes6637 11 днів тому

    Nembutal freely available In Mexico I believe.

  • @RenateGunther-kr9gd
    @RenateGunther-kr9gd 12 днів тому

    Thank you, Gen Menla, for this amazing talk. It's exactly what I need to hear right now 😊❤

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 11 днів тому

      @RenateGunther-kr9gd That's so wonderful to hear! Thank you for commenting.

  • @Foxie635
    @Foxie635 12 днів тому

    No regrets because no one cares or remembers about you. You have to be ok with yourself. That’s how you attain peace.

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 11 днів тому

      @Foxie635 Thanks for tuning in and for sharing this insight. So true! At the end of the day (and in this case, at the end of our life), it's what we think about ourself and who we are as a person that really counts. It is the good qualities of mind that we've cultivated throughout our life that will really help us at that time.

  • @ampikcnwski9753
    @ampikcnwski9753 12 днів тому

    With respect I want to say that also Jesus came to teach us that our body dies but not our mind. 😊 Buddha was another Jesus in another part of the world at another time. They all teach us the same. Some people just get the message later than sooner. 🙏

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 12 днів тому

      @ampikcnwski9753 Thank you for watching and commenting. There are indeed many beautiful parallels between the different world religions, and common themes of faith, kindness, humility and compassion.

  • @olivergreger793
    @olivergreger793 12 днів тому

    Thank you so much!!!

  • @AlokAgarwal-qx8jc
    @AlokAgarwal-qx8jc 13 днів тому

    Inspiring and enlightening ! 🙏♥️

  • @theodora_pilates
    @theodora_pilates 13 днів тому

    I feel like I prefer stressing about something and having it not happen, so I'm pleasantly surprised at the end, than having no anxiety about something and having it go terribly at the end! Does that make any sense!? Pls advice 🙇‍♀️ I'm really enjoying these podcasts, thank you! 🙏

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 12 днів тому

      @theodora_pilates So happy to hear you're enjoying the podcasts. This is a really interesting question. I can't say I'd considered this perspective before. Buddha explained that most (if not all) of our experiences of temporary pleasure arise from a reduction of previous suffering: taking a pill to alleviate a headache, eating to alleviate hunger, spending time with people to alleviate loneliness, doing some activity or another to alleviate boredom etc. Because the reduction of suffering feels pleasurable we can then mistake it for real happiness, when actually it's just the absence of some discomfort. I'm wondering if that's the appeal of the 'pleasantly surprised' feeling? A temporary absence of the discomfort of stress? Would love to hear your thoughts and continue the discussion.

    • @theodora_pilates
      @theodora_pilates 12 днів тому

      @modernbuddhismpodcast Thank you for the reply! It's a lot like the sandcastle and wave example you talked about. If I've worried and stressed a lot about something and it happens, I'm better prepared. And if it doesn't happen my worry stops and I'm relieved. On the other hand, most times in my life I've been devastated (I know as Buddhists the goal is to not feel/use words like that but for the sake of conversation) by sudden things I never thought or worried about beforehand. So basically, stress and anxiety reduce future suffering in many cases. This has been my lifelong question so I'm hoping the Buddha can help! Thank you for your feedback!

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 11 днів тому

      @theodora_pilates Thanks for elaborating. This is really helpful and important to think about. Anxiety and worry is what brought me to Buddhism in the first place, so I can really relate to this! A question worth considering is 'Do stress and anxiety really make us better prepared for the challenges we may face, or reduce future suffering?' There's a difference between being aware that a particular unpleasant or challenging outcome is a possibility and worrying about it happening. Being calmly aware of the possibilities prepares us to be realistic - in Buddhism we think deeply about everything from the unavoidable difficulties of daily life right up to the sudden tragedies that may befall us. However, worrying about such possibilities doesn't achieve anything. It doesn't make the thing less likely to happen nor give us a greater chance of being calm and resilient if it does happen. It doesn't reduce future suffering because we're simply strengthening our tendency to be stressed and worried; falsely convinced that it's helping us in some way. What are your thoughts on this?

    • @theodora_pilates
      @theodora_pilates 10 днів тому

      @modernbuddhismpodcast You're absolutely right, basically we're strengthening our ability to stress! I haven't thought of it that way. Thank you! This was really helpful 🙇‍♀️😊

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 10 днів тому

      @theodora_pilates I'm so pleased to hear that :-)

  • @Monstacheeks
    @Monstacheeks 13 днів тому

    Your body can be completely destroyed but the Soul can’t. But It will go through a process of transformations through the Karmic Cycle.

  • @KeerthiAbe
    @KeerthiAbe 14 днів тому

    Is Arittha Sutta (SN 54.6), the Buddha corrects Arittha's misunderstanding about "Anapanasatisamadhi"; which is mistranslated as breath meditation, agree?

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 12 днів тому

      @KeerthiAbe Thank you for your question. The term 'Anapanasatisamadhi' isn't something that we use in Kadampa Buddhism, so I'm afraid I'm not confident to give a definitive answer to your question.

    • @KeerthiAbe
      @KeerthiAbe 12 днів тому

      @@modernbuddhismpodcast Ana pana is meditation on breathing.

  • @SwamiRyan
    @SwamiRyan 14 днів тому

    Thank you for this extraordinary stories. It inspired me to.do.something I keep thinking about and volunteer at a hospice

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 12 днів тому

      @DigBawggy Thanks for tuning in. And lovely to hear this conversation has inspired you to care for and support others in this way.

  • @KateBacon
    @KateBacon 15 днів тому

    This is incredible and a great reminder to use our meditation practice when we really really need it. ❤

  • @maitrikashin3906
    @maitrikashin3906 15 днів тому

    As an Ordained Buddhist with the Triratna Buddhist Movement, I appreciate what is being shared here. I have also forwarded this link on to 10 of my Order Members who live with long term health difficulties... because it speaks to our shared journey with the universality of suffering. Sadhu.

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 15 днів тому

      @maitrikashin3906 Thank you so much for commenting. It's wonderful to hear the thoughts of someone from another Buddhist community. I do hope that those you've forwarded this to find great benefit from this conversation. May all suffering quickly cease _/\_

  • @robinalexander1765
    @robinalexander1765 16 днів тому

    Extremely helpful podcast thank you so much ❤

    • @modernbuddhismpodcast
      @modernbuddhismpodcast 15 днів тому

      @robinalexander1765 Thank you very much for tuning in. We're so happy to hear you found it so beneficial.