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Don't Bite the Hook

Finding Freedom from Anger, Resentment, and Other Destructive Emotions

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Don't Bite the Hook

Written by: Pema Chodron
Narrated by: Pema Chodron
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Life has a way of provoking us with traffic jams and computer malfunctions, with emotionally distant partners and crying children—and before we know it, we're upset. We feel terrible, and then we end up saying and doing things that only make matters worse. But it doesn't have to be that way, says Pema Chödrön. It is possible to relate constructively to the inevitable shocks, losses, and frustrations of life so that we can find true happiness. The key, Pema explains, is not biting the "hook" of our habitual responses. In this recorded weekend retreat, Pema draws on Buddhist teachings from The Way of the Bodhisattva to reveal how we can:

* stay centered in the midst of difficulty

* improve stressful relationships

* step out of the downward spiral of self-hatred

* awaken compassion for ourselves and others

©2007 Pema Chodron (P)2007 Shambhala Publications
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Wonderfully true authentic and heart reaching. On my 3rd listen. Highly recommended for everyone looking for internal peace.

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I love listening to Pema and her books

Over and over again I listen to this book.
Over and over again I can listen to this book.
Its helped me through a very difficult time. I look at things differently and I feel a shift in my emotions.
Pema is thoughtful, easy, explains life so eloquently. She is also very funny!

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great lessons in Don't Take the Hook.

The narrator was Pema herself and it was interesting but I couldn't retain any of it and have listened to the whole book twice. hard to backtrack, like you would do a book, although you can back up and repeat part of the reading easily, which is a bonus. I do not think this is the best genre for myself in this format. I think fiction would be great, however.

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Well needed direction

I left this audiobook feeling refreshed. It gave me a way of looking at my various difficulties that allowed me to react in a more mature and less reactive way. I feel great not reacting to anger and letting it pass. I enjoy sitting with the pain of the detox so that I do not release my negative emotions unto others. Rather, I can deal with them myself (With a little time and patience) and learn and grow through techniques taught by Pema

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Comforting and much needed!

Loved it - her voice, how it was built and the message - I'll start over again right away!

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Excellent overall book.

This book was excellent. I did find the male narrator irritating however. The main speaker had a very soothing voice and as a Christian, I learned a lot about Buddhism.

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Everyone should listen to this

Amazing and eye opening book that helped me open my eyes. The perspective shared is invaluable to enhancing your world

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Relevant interpretation

Pema shares wonderful tool to help us in our day to day living, to break the cycles.

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Wonderful

I’ve learned so much from this, specifically how to process these uncomfortable emotions and I am grateful 💜

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Amazing Teaching!!

Have played this twice so far and have learned so much...I will continue to listen to this.

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