Pema Chodron

Feelings like disappointment, embarrassment, irritation, resentment, anger, jealousy, and fear, instead of being bad news, are actually very clear moments that teach us where it is that we’re holding back. They teach us to perk up and lean in when we feel we’d rather collapse and back away. They’re like messengers that show us, with terrifying clarity, exactly where we’re stuck. This very moment is the perfect teacher, and, lucky for us, it’s with us wherever we are.

The four reminders

Most of us go through most of our lives without ever bothering to get to know ourselves—maitri. ~ @waylonlewis // New @walkthetalkshow video up on Youtube.com/WaylonhLewis on “Meditation Instruction & Discussion for Super Busy Stressed-Out Humans.” #mayitbeofbenefit #elephantjournal #walkthetalk #maitri #pemachodronquotes

Pema Chödrön, born Deirdre Blomfield-Brown in 1936, is a notable American Tibetan-Buddhist, author and ordained nun. -Pema Chödrön Quotes

Young Pema Chodron.

When the whirlwind of life overwhelms you, step back and bask in the solace that this collection of meditation quotes offers. These words of wisdom from teachers and practitioners can transform your daily life, ushering tranquility amidst chaos

It can be hard to enjoy the ride when you're sick or in pain, but Pema suggests it as a possibility. I see it as embracing what we've been given.