Love for Imperfect Things : : how to Accept Yourself in a World Striving for Perfection

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Call Number: 294.356 Hy, Adult Book / Nonfiction / Religion & Spirituality / Buddhism / Hyemin
On Shelf At: Downtown Library, Pittsfield Branch, Traverwood Branch

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Translated from Korean.
Prologue -- Self-care. Don't be too good ; Your existence is already enough -- Family. "Please look after Mom" ; Understanding our fathers -- Empathy. The power of hugs ; Listening is an act of love -- Relationships. On a Zen retreat ; Dealing with disappointment -- Courage. To my beloved young friends ; The first failure -- Healing. When forgiveness is hard ; "Haemin, I am a little depressed" -- Enlightenment. The mind's true home ; My spiritual journey -- Acceptance. The art of letting go ; Lessons from life's low point.
How do you respond to the pressures of life? Haemin Sunim argues that only by accepting yourself-- and the flaws that make you who you are-- can you have compassionate and fulfilling relationships with your partner, your family, and your friends. He believes that, when you care for yourself first, the world begins to find you worthy of care. -- adapted from jacket.

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reminders we all need submitted by eayers89 on July 27, 2022, 9:21pm I read this one once through, and still occasionally refer to it for comforting advice or a change in outlook. Gives new perspectives and ways of looking at things. A positive book for a world that really needs it.