About this episode

This episode explores how embracing impermanence can help us let go of fear and anxiety, allowing us to be more present and appreciative of life's fleeting pleasures.

We cling to things as if they won’t change, but change is the nature of reality. When we embrace impermanence, we prepare ourselves for changes (big or small). In this episode, we explore how to embrace impermanence in order to let go of fear and anxiety. This way we can become fully present to those around us and more appreciative of life’s fleeting pleasures. Episode 9: Embracing Impermanence Themes: Accepting changeBecoming presentHow to enjoy lifeBuddhist philosophyThe hero's journ...

People in this episode

Host: Scott Snibbe

Topics covered

• Accepting change
• Becoming present
• How to enjoy life
• Buddhist philosophy
• Embracing impermanence

Keywords

• impermanence
• change
• fear
• anxiety
• Buddhism
• mindfulness
• present moment
• appreciation
• life's pleasures

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