#201
The Empty Boat
In this episode, I explore the parable of "The Empty Boat," a teaching that helps us understand our reactions to life's inevitable collisions. The core idea is that much of our suffering comes not from events themselves, but from the meaning we attach to them. When we feel bumped or wronged, our initial reaction is often anger or frustration, but realizing the "other boat" might be empty, or that the situation isn't personal, can dramatically soften our experience. This teaching encourages us to question our assumptions, practice curiosity instead of certainty, and recognize that our conditioned reactions don't have to dictate our responses, offering a path from reactivity to intentional responsiveness in our daily lives.
