James Baraz's most recent Dharma talks (Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge)

James Baraz: "The Tall Poppy and the Shrinking Violet"


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(Insight Meditation Community of Berkeley) Strong identification with self often leads to an insecurity that can manifest in two extremes: someone hungry for recognition, validation and praise or someone who is shy, lost in self-judgment, and afraid of being exposed as an impostor. Both of these are all too human. There is a middle path where one knows ones worth and appreciates their wholesome qualities while not identifying with them. This talk explores how practice can support a wise understanding that allows us to just be ourselves and know that is enough.
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