About this episode

This episode discusses how expectations can lead to suffering, particularly in the context of seeking help from others.

"The Suffering of Expectation" is a Dharma talk offered at the Two Hands Sangha about how we suffer because of the expectations we place on things. Particularly when we ask someone for help, and we expect a certain answer, that is a recipe for suffering. It means we aren't really asking for something, we are expecting it, and if the answer doesn't meet our expectations, suffering will follow most certainly. I hope this is of some use to someone listening, and that you enjoy it! https://bio.reverendgeorgebeecher.com

People in this episode

Host: George Beecher

Topics covered

• suffering
• expectation
• Dharma talk
• spirituality
• Buddhism

Keywords

• suffering
• expectation
• Dharma
• spirituality
• Buddhism
• help
• answer

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Two Hands Sangha

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